Yankees beat Orioles with ease on Friday behind Ben Rice, Will Warren
The New York Yankees defeated the Baltimore Orioles 7-2 in their first regular-season matchup of 2026, led by strong performances from Ben Rice and pitcher Will Warren. After an early home run by Pete Alonso tied the game, the Yankees responded with back-to-back home runs in the third inning to take control. Warren settled in after the initial setback and pitched confidently with the support of his offense.
- ▪Ben Rice hit a three-run home run in the third inning to help secure the Yankees' lead.
- ▪José Caballero also homered in the third, contributing to the Yankees' offensive outburst.
- ▪Will Warren recovered after allowing a home run to Pete Alonso and went on to limit the Orioles to just three hits.
- ▪Cade Povich struggled as the Orioles' starting pitcher, failing to contain the Yankees' lineup.
- ▪The Yankees' win was powered by early offensive support and a resilient pitching performance from Warren.
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