Angels shut out Yankees 4-0 on June 18, 2025, as Kyle Hendricks dominates with 9 Ks. See how the Angels' pitching made history at Yankee Stadium.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
You could hear a pin drop in Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, and it wasn't out of reverence. It was the sound of the Los Angeles Angels' pitching staff completely dismantling one of baseball's most potent lineups. For the second straight game, the Halos put a zero on the board, blanking the Yankees 4-0 and achieving a feat the franchise hasn't seen in nearly three years. This isn't just a win; it's a statement.
The New York Yankees have been shut out in three straight games for the first time since 2016, going 0-for-10 with runners on base in Wednesday's loss.
The architect of this masterpiece was none other than Kyle Hendricks. 'The Professor' was in full command, delivering his best start in an Angels uniform and arguably his best in years. Hendricks carved up the Yankees for six brilliant innings, allowing just four hits and a walk while striking out nine. That's his highest strikeout total in a single game since September 2020. He kept hitters off balance, silenced the crowd, and gave the Angels the dominant starting performance they needed.
After Hendricks' stellar outing, the bullpen slammed the door shut. Ryan Zeferjahn, Reid Detmers, and Hunter Strickland each tossed a perfect, hitless inning to complete the combined four-hitter. While the pitching was perfect, the offense provided just enough thunder. The big blow came in the fourth inning when Taylor Ward stepped up with two runners on and laced a two-run single to break the scoreless tie. Luis Rengifo and Nolan Schanuel later tacked on crucial RBIs, providing the insurance needed to let the pitching staff work with a lead.
This victory was historic on two fronts. For the Angels, it marks the first time they've posted consecutive shutouts since August 26-27, 2022. It’s a sign that this pitching staff is gelling and performing at an elite level. On the other side, the mighty Yankees are in a historic funk. Star slugger Aaron Judge went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, earning boos from the frustrated home crowd. It’s one thing to win; it’s another to completely dominate a rival in their own ballpark.
With the team now at 34-37, this win feels like more than just another game. It's a jolt of momentum. The Angels will look to carry this pitching-first identity into the next game and take the series from the Yankees. Jack Kochanowicz gets the ball against New York's Ryan Yarbrough. Can the Halos' arms stay this hot and steal a series in the Bronx? After the last two nights, you wouldn't want to bet against them.
