The Yankees lead the Red Sox 9-6 in a rubber match slugfest on June 8, 2025. Aaron Judge's .390 average is in focus as the Bombers aim for a series win.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It's classic Yankees-Red Sox baseball on a Sunday afternoon, and the scoreboard is lighting up. In a crucial rubber match with series bragging rights on the line, the Yankees are currently holding a 9-6 lead over their arch-rivals from Boston. After a wild weekend that's seen both powerhouse offenses explode, New York is digging in to secure a big series victory at home.
Even after a rare hitless night, Aaron Judge's MLB-leading batting average sits at a jaw-dropping .390.
This series has had it all. The Yankees took Friday's opener, only to see the Red Sox roar back on Saturday night with a 10-7 victory fueled by a five-RBI performance from Trevor Story. That game was a frustrating one for the Pinstripes, culminating in hitting coach James Rowson's ejection for arguing calls. But as they always seem to do, the Yankees have responded, coming out swinging in today's finale to build their lead.
All eyes remain on Aaron Judge, who, despite a tough 0-for-4 with three strikeouts on Saturday, is still putting together a historic season. His batting average, which had climbed to .397 after another three-hit performance on Friday, now sits at a phenomenal .390, still the best in baseball. Saturday's result against Garrett Crochet was a rare blemish on an otherwise MVP-caliber campaign, reminding everyone that even the game's best have off nights.
The collective sigh of relief from Yankee Universe was audible when news broke about Anthony Volpe. After homering on Friday but later getting plunked on the left elbow by a pitch, there was major concern for the star shortstop. Thankfully, Manager Aaron Boone confirmed that both X-rays and a CT scan came back negative. Avoiding a serious injury is a massive win for a team that relies heavily on his energy and production.
This series isn't happening in a vacuum. The Yankees are playing their best baseball of the year. Friday's win pushed them to a season-high 16 games over .500, at 39-23. The team has been on a tear, winning nine of their last 12 and 15 of their last 20 games. This sustained excellence is what's fueling their push, and a series win against Boston would be another major statement to the rest of the league.
As the final innings of today's game approach, the mission is simple: close it out. Securing this series win against the Red Sox would not only be satisfying for the fans but would also keep the team's incredible momentum rolling. With a healthy roster and their captain rewriting the record books, the Bronx Bombers are proving they are the team to beat as the summer heats up.
