Angels Triumph Over Yankees in Rainy Showdown

In a thrilling matchup on Thursday night, the Los Angeles Angels secured a 9-4 victory against the New York Yankees, highlighted by Jo Adell's bases-clearing double during a six-run fifth inning. Tyler Anderson showcased his pitching prowess, effectively retiring Aaron Judge three times over six innings, including two strikeouts. Angels manager Ron Washington praised Anderson's ability to read the game, emphasizing the importance of executing pitches against a formidable hitter like Judge. Nolan Schanuel set the tone early with a leadoff homer and an RBI single off Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes, who struggled throughout the game, falling to 5-10 for the season. The Angels' offensive surge continued as they scored six runs in the fifth inning for the second consecutive game, marking a significant achievement for the team. Mickey Moniak capped off the inning with an RBI single, contributing to the Angels' impressive total of 27 hits over the last two games. This victory marked the Angels' first series win in the Bronx since 2017, and it was the first time they recorded consecutive games with six-run innings since 2016. The Angels' offensive strategy proved effective, as they sent 10 batters to the plate in the fifth, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on two-strike situations. Defensively, Moniak made a standout play, robbing a potential home run from Soto with a leaping catch in the sixth inning. Meanwhile, RHP Ian Hamilton reported feeling fine after a bullpen session, indicating a positive outlook for his return to the mound.