Yankees crush Reds 7-1 on June 26, 2025, as Max Fried becomes the first MLB pitcher to 10 wins. Jasson Domínguez & Trent Grisham lead the offensive explosion.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just when you thought the bats might be going quiet, the New York Yankees reminded everyone what they're capable of. In a dominant 7-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, the Bronx Bombers put on a clinic from both the mound and the plate, led by an historic performance from their ace and a surprising offensive surge from the bottom of the order.
Not surprised with these guys...there’s no doubt in my mind we’d come out ready to roll, ready to turn the page.
All eyes were on Max Fried, and he delivered a masterpiece. The lefty was simply untouchable, carving up the Reds' lineup for seven brilliant innings. Allowing just one run on five hits while striking out eight, Fried officially became the first pitcher in all of Major League Baseball to reach the 10-win plateau this season. His ERA now sits at a sparkling 2.87, solidifying his status as a legitimate Cy Young contender and the anchor of this Yankees rotation. When your ace performs like that, it takes immense pressure off the offense.
While Fried handled business on the mound, the offense was sparked by two of the lineup's less-heralded names. Jasson 'The Martian' Domínguez and Trent Grisham put on an absolute show, combining for a staggering eight of the team's 14 hits. Domínguez went 4-for-5, scoring twice and raising his average to .253, while Grisham was a machine, going 4-for-6 with an RBI and a run. It was a relentless attack that set the table all night long and proved the depth of this Yankees lineup.
This win was more than just another notch in the standings; it was a statement. After a frustrating offensive slump, the team responded exactly how a championship contender should. Manager Aaron Boone praised their resilience, noting he had 'no doubt' they would turn the page. The offensive outburst wasn't limited to the dynamic duo, either. Anthony Volpe came through with a clutch two-run triple in the third inning, while Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge also chipped in with RBIs. It was a total team effort that washed away the bad taste of recent struggles.
With this decisive victory, the Yankees improve to 45-34 and look to have found their offensive rhythm again. The key now is to bottle this energy and carry it through the rest of the series in Cincinnati. With Fried leading the charge and the lineup showing it can get major contributions from anyone, the Bronx Bombers are sending a clear message as they march deeper into the summer grind.
