Yankees dominate A’s 10-0 with Judge’s 54th homer

On Saturday night in Oakland, the New York Yankees achieved a commanding 10-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics. Aaron Judge led the charge with his 54th home run of the season, maintaining his position as the major league leader. Giancarlo Stanton contributed significantly with a three-run homer, while Anthony Volpe also added to the score with a home run of his own. The Yankees' offense was relentless, capitalizing on the A's pitching struggles early in the game. Carlos Rodón, the Yankees' starting pitcher, showcased his skills by striking out four batters and allowing only five hits over six innings, marking his second consecutive win and enhancing his career-best total to 16 wins. The A's starter, JP Sears, faced difficulties, giving up six runs on nine hits in five innings, which contributed to the team's fourth consecutive home loss. The game attracted a crowd of 33,198 fans, who were treated to a planned postgame drone and fireworks show. This event was part of the A's final homestand before their anticipated move to Sacramento for the next three seasons, with hopes of relocating to Las Vegas in 2028. The Yankees have demonstrated a strong record when both Judge and Stanton hit home runs in the same game, now standing at 44-4, including postseason play. Judge expressed his sentimental connection to the Oakland Coliseum, recalling his early experiences there and the support from the local community. As the season nears its end, the Yankees continue to build momentum, while the Athletics face challenges as they prepare for their upcoming transition.