New York Yankees Stage Remarkable Comeback Against Seattle Mariners
In a thrilling turn of events, the New York Yankees staged one of the most unexpected comebacks in recent baseball history on Thursday night, overcoming a late-game no-hitter by the Seattle Mariners to secure a 6-5 victory at Yankee Stadium.
Yankees on the Brink
Entering the eighth inning, the Yankees faced a daunting 5-0 deficit, with the Mariners’ All-Star right-hander Bryan Woo poised for the first no-hitter of the 2025 MLB season. At that point, the Yankees’ chances of winning dipped to a mere 1.3%, according to the game’s win probability metrics, highlighting the steep hill they had to climb.
Turning the Tide
However, the narrative shifted dramatically with a single from All-Star Jazz Chisholm Jr., marking the Yankees’ first hit of the game. Chisholm’s hit ignited a spark, and soon after, Ben Rice added another single, putting runners at the corners. Chisholm scored on a sacrifice fly from Austin Wells, cutting the Mariners’ lead to 5-1. Woo was then taken out of the game and replaced by reliever Matt Brash.
In a bold move, Giancarlo Stanton, who came off the bench, belted a pinch-hit home run, narrowing the gap to 5-3 and invigorating the Yankees’ chances as they prepared for the final inning.
A Gripping Finish
Heading into the bottom of the ninth, the Yankees still trailed by two runs but didn’t back down. They loaded the bases with two outs, leading to a pivotal moment with Wells at the plate. Under pressure, Wells delivered a single, further narrowing the score. As the game went into extra innings, the Yankees still needed to fend off a resurgent Mariners team.
In the 10th inning, the Yankees faced more adversity but managed to load the bases once again. Manager Aaron Boone’s decision to pinch-hit Paul Goldschmidt immediately paid off as he was intentionally walked, loading the bases further for Aaron Judge. Judge’s fly ball to shallow center led to a tense play at the plate, where rookie Anthony Volpe executed a remarkable slide to score, sealing a walk-off victory for the Yankees.
Rare Historical Context
With this win, the Yankees achieved a remarkable feat not seen since the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 24, 1977, becoming the first team to win a game after being no-hit into the eighth inning while trailing by five runs. The victory improved the Yankees’ season record to 52-41, allowing them to close the gap in the American League East, now just two games behind the Toronto Blue Jays. Meanwhile, the Mariners fell to 48-45, casting doubts on their playoff hopes as they remain outside the AL wild-card spot.
Conclusion
This astonishing comeback not only highlights the unpredictable nature of baseball but also serves as a critical juncture in the Yankees’ season. For players and fans alike, the game will be remembered as a testament to resilience and the fighting spirit of a team that refused to give up until the final out. As the Yankees look forward, momentum from such an inspiring victory could prove invaluable in the race for a playoff spot.
