On Thursday, the New York Yankees played the third (and final) game of their series with the Baltimore Orioles in Maryland.
They won by a score of 6-1 (and swept the series).
Boone Makes Bold Statement
GettyLuis García Jr. #26 of the New York Yankees celebrates with manager Aaron Boone #17 after scoring in the eighth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 20, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland.
The Yankees have now won four games in a row.
After their latest victory, manager Aaron Boone made a strong statement when he met with the media (via YES Network).
Reporter: “We’ve talked so much too about the offense and them trying to score runs. Last two scored 11 total combined. Just what do you think has been the difference with the offense over the last two?”
Boone: “Better. Better. Again, I feel and I do feel like we’ve been better for the last week or 10 days, even on some of the days where we haven’t had results. And again, I feel like some individuals are in a little bit better of a place. As a team, we’re in a little better of a place offensively… We got to keep getting better. There’s more in there for all of us, and we got to keep getting it out.”
Social Media Buzzing
GettyGeorge Lombard Jr. #96 and Spencer Jones #78 of the New York Yankees celebrate with Heliot Ramos #34 after scoring in the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 18, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Here’s what people were saying on social media:
@YankeeReport_: “There’s a division title to be won for the Yankees. Team is too talented especially with reinforcements coming to settle for a wild card.”
Bryan Hoch: “Ballgame over, Yankees win. 6-1 is your final at Camden Yards. The Yankees sweep Baltimore and have won four straight.”
GettyJazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees celebrates driving in a run with a triple in the eighth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 20, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Gary Sheffield Jr.: “This game could not be going better YANKEES. FOUR. GAMES. BACK.”
Chris Kirschner: “The Yankees have swept the Orioles. They are now 72-55 on the season and 4 games behind the Rays. This is the closest the Yankees have been in the division since Aug. 4.”
Randy Wilkins: “That is a big relief performance from Yarbrough and a big sweep for the Yankees. They’re 17 games above .500 and the division is well within reach. It’s a long season and they’re still doing well despite the large amount of deserved frustration. Good things are still to come.”
New York Yankees Manager Aaron Boone Makes Bold Statement