Summary
The New York Yankees narrowly won a game against the Minnesota Twins after leading by a large margin. Despite some struggles, the Yankees' bullpen managed to secure the win. Mark Leiter Jr., a player on the team, expressed confidence in the bullpen's abilities, although their recent performance has been inconsistent.
Key Facts
- The Yankees led 10-1 against the Twins but had to work hard to keep their lead.
- The Yankees' bullpen allowed several runs but ultimately held onto the win.
- Ryan Yarbrough, a reliever, gave up four earned runs.
- Mark Leiter Jr. and Devin Williams helped maintain the lead until David Bednar closed the game.
- The Yankees' bullpen has been inconsistent, ranking 23rd in the league with a 4.61 ERA.
- New team members joined after the trade deadline, including David Bednar, Camilo Doval, and Jake Bird.
- Despite recent challenges, Mark Leiter Jr. praised the bullpen as one of the best in the league.
- Several bullpen members, like Bednar, Williams, and Doval, have been All-Stars.
