Will Warren adds to his rotation case with another brilliant start as Yankees beat Orioles
Will Warren delivered another dominant performance, helping the Yankees defeat the Orioles 7-2 at home. He allowed just two runs over 6 ¹/₃ innings while striking out nine, further solidifying his place in the rotation. The Yankees, now 21-11, continue to lead the American League in wins and boast the majors' best team ERA.
- ▪Will Warren gave up two runs (one earned) on three hits and one walk while striking out nine in 6 ¹/₃ innings.
- ▪Ben Rice hit his 11th home run of the season, a three-run shot, and José Caballero also went deep for the Yankees.
- ▪The Yankees' rotation has a majors-best 2.69 ERA despite not being at full strength.
- ▪Carlos Rodón and Gerrit Cole are nearing returns from rehab assignments.
- ▪Aaron Judge reached base in four of five plate appearances and made a highlight-reel catch in right field.
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MLB New York Yankees Will Warren adds to his rotation case with another brilliant start as Yankees beat Orioles By Mark W. Sanchez Published May 1, 2026, 10:18 p.m. ET Here was something rare: legitimate, hard contact against Will Warren. Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free Leody Taveras smoked a fastball that bore across the plate and sent it right back up the middle. By the end of his delivery, Warren was facing first base. By the time Taveras’ 101.5 mph grounded dart found its way to the mound, Warren was facing second.
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