Joel Kuhnel

Lawrence Butler of the Athletics diving in to score against the Yankees.

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Athletics Relievers Shut Yankees Down in Narrow Comeback Win

Evan M. Thompson, Editor-in-chief
April 8, 2026

New York Yankees
Oakland Athletics

Athletics 3, Yankees 2 Brent Rooker broke a 2–2 ninth-inning tie with a sacrifice fly after the Athletics pitching staff held the New York Yankees scoreless beyond the first inning, giving the Athletics a 3–2 win Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium. Athletics starter Luis Severino, after surrendering two runs on three hits and two walks […]