Yankees Sweep Nationals with Late Inning Comebacks

Series Snapshot

The Yankees captured a three‑game series against the Washington Nationals, out‑scoring their opponents 10‑0 in the eighth and ninth innings. Ben Rice’s two‑run triple in the eighth gave New York a 5‑3 victory on Sunday. The win completed a sweep despite trailing in each game after the eighth inning.

Three‑Game Turnaround

Friday’s contest hung at 3‑2 in the ninth when Jazz Chisholm Jr. launched a two‑run homer, followed by Austin Wells’ solo shot to seal a 5‑3 triumph. The night before, the Yankees erupted for four runs in the eighth, highlighted by home runs from Ryan McMahon, Trent Grisham and Paul Goldschmidt to overturn a 2‑0 deficit. On Sunday, down 3‑2, Rice’s deep drive slipped past Dylan Crews in center field, sparking another narrow win.

Incredible Comeback Pattern

Not since 1910 — when the New York Highlanders toppled the Cleveland Naps — had a team swept a series while trailing in the eighth inning or later across all three games. The previous similar feat occurred in June 2014, when Colorado edged out San Francisco in a three‑game run. The Yankees’ ability to rally late underscores a shift in their approach to clutch situations.

Manager’s Take

“Winning at‑bats in different ways in all three games,” said Yankees manager Aaron Boone. “A good job by the pitching staff of holding a really good offense enough in check, and giving us a chance to win each game, and the guys just did some really good things late in games.” Boone praised the lineup’s resilience and the bullpen’s composure when the pressure mounted.

Future Implications

The sweep cements New York’s ascent in the league and demonstrates the depth of their talent pool, especially in high‑leverage spots. With a 10‑0 run in extra frames, the Yankees have shown they can dominate even when falling behind. Looking ahead, this momentum could define their postseason outlook, building off a historic comeback streak that dates back more than a century.