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Yankees slam Mets in extras, sweep doubleheader

The Yankees shook off a seven-game losing streak by winning three straight in dramatic fashion against the Mets. After avoiding the new extra-inning rules by not playing free baseball until today, the team played back-to-back games going one more inning than planned to get the win. The nightcap concluded with a 5-2 decision in favor of the road team playing in their home stadium, courtesy of a Gary Sanchez grand slam.

Without further ado, let’s get into the highlights:

  • Before the fireworks, this game was a seven-inning version of a pitcher’s duel.