Overview

• Jazz Chisholm Jr. provided an early spark with a two-run homer in the first inning that put New York ahead.
• Luis Gil delivered five-plus innings of one-run ball, scattering four hits and striking out four Cardinals.
• Camilo Doval’s loss of command in the seventh and a Weaver wild pitch allowed two late runs before the pen finally settled.
• Paul Goldschmidt made an unexpected defensive appearance in the eighth after a brief absence, shoring up right field.
• The victory moved the Yankees to 65 wins and a 1.5-game AL Wild Card lead, but shaky late relief continues to pose a postseason threat.