Summary
Luke Weaver, a pitcher for the New York Yankees, gave up five runs in a short period during a game against the Minnesota Twins, resulting in a 7-0 loss. This loss makes it more difficult for the Yankees to win the American League East division, as they trail the Toronto Blue Jays by five games with 12 games left in the season.
Key Facts
- The Yankees played and lost to the Minnesota Twins 7-0.
- Luke Weaver allowed five runs in one-third of an inning.
- The Yankees are five games behind the Blue Jays with 12 games remaining in the season.
- The Yankees' bullpen has been inconsistent during the season.
- The Yankees do not play any more games against division contenders in the regular season.
- Winning the division is harder for the Yankees because the Blue Jays hold the tiebreaker in head-to-head games.
- The Blue Jays have an easier schedule but do face the Boston Red Sox.
- Luke Weaver described his performance as "trash" after the game.
