Yankees Vs. Orioles Final Score: New York Falls 8-3 In Rubber Game Of Weekend Series

The New York Yankees were defeated by the Baltimore Orioles, 8-3 on Sunday at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees dropped two out of three games in the three-game set. The Orioles are now within two games of the Yankees in the American League East standings.

The Yankees had a lead in this game until the sixth inning, but could not hold it. Chris Dickerson hit a two-run home run in the second inning to put the Yankees on the board first. After a solo homer by Mark Reynolds for the Orioles in the top of the fifth inning, Nick Swisher had an RBI single in the bottom of the fifth inning. The Yankees' lead slipped away in the sixth inning when the Orioles got four runs. Baltimore added three more insurance runs in the eighth inning.

Phil Hughes got the start for the Yankees and went five innings, giving up eight hits and five earned runs while striking out six batters in the loss. Chris Tillman got the start for the Orioles but only went three innings before leaving with an elbow injury, Tillman gave up two hits and two earned runs. Randy Wolf replaced Tillman and went 3 1/3 innings in the win. Wolf gave up three hits and one earned run.

The Yankees (76-57) will begin their next series on Monday against the Tampa Bay Rays (73-61) at Tropicana Field.

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Yankees Vs. Orioles: Curtis Granderson Not In Lineup For Series Finale

New York Yankees outfielder Curtis Granderson is not in Sunday's lineup for the series finale against the visiting Baltimore Orioles (1:05 p.m. ET on YES Network). Granderson's playing status is currently day-to-day as he's battling right hamstring tendinitis, which flared up in Saturday's 4-3 victory over Baltimore.

Outfielder Chris Dickerson will take Granderson's place in center field, while third baseman Eric Chavez will hit in his No. 4 spot in the batting order.

Here's what the rest of the Yankees lineup looks like for the series finale:

1. Derek Jeter, DH
2. Nick Swisher, 1B
3. Robinson Cano, 2B
4. Eric Chavez, 3B
5. Raul Ibanez, RF
6. Russell Martin, C
7. Ichiro Suzuki, LF
8. Chris Dickerson, CF
9. Jason Nix, SS

Meanwhile, here's the Orioles' lineup:

1. Nick Markakis, RF
2. J.J. Hardy, SS
3. Nate McLouth, LF
4. Adam Jones, CF
5. Matt Wieters, C
6. Mark Reynolds, 1B
7. Chris Davis, DH
8. Manny Machado, 3B
9. Robert Andino, 2B

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Curtis Granderson Injury: New York Yankees' Center Fielder Day-To-Day

The last thing the New York Yankees, fighting to keep their lead in the American League East, need is another injury to a key player. That is why when center fielder Curtis Granderson left Saturday's game against the Baltimore Orioles, there had to be concern.

The news on Granderson, however, appears good From YES Network:

After the Yankees’ 4-3 win over the Orioles on Saturday, the big question was about the health of the Yankees’ slugging centerfielder Curtis Granderson, and whether the injury that sidelined him in the second inning was something to be concerned about. Well Yankee fans got the answer they were looking for when the precautionary MRI taken at New York Presbyterian Hospital was negative for significant damage. There were no signs of any tears, strains or muscular abnormalities.

“They said it was tendinitis where the bone and the joint meet, which causes that area to have tightness from just overuse,” Granderson said after the game. “Absolutely no strain, which was good to hear.”

Granderson went on to say, “The good thing is I didn't feel a pop or a snap or anything like that. Something just didn't feel right and to hear the results that they said it's day-to-day. And as soon as possibly as, probably not tomorrow, but it could possibly be, so that's really good.”

Joe Girardi said that they would have to evaluate Granderson’s condition on Sunday morning to see if he could play in the finale of the three-game Orioles set and that he would be a game time decision.

The Yankees, already without Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte, Ivan Nova, Mark Teixeira and Mariano Rivers, lead the Baltimore Orioles by three games heading into play on Sunday.

Yankees Vs. Orioles Preview: Game Time, TV Schedule, Probable Pitchers

The critical three-game series between the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles reaches its conclusion Sunday, as the two AL East Division foes square off at Yankee Stadium (1:05 p.m. ET on YES Network). The Yankees (76-56) and Orioles (73-59) enter the contest separated by just three games in the standings, meaning a victory in today's rubber match would be a big step toward earning a division crown.

To take the three-game set, New York will turn to pitcher Phil Hughes (13-11, 4.02 ERA), who will oppose the Orioles' Chris Tillman (7-2, 3.26 ERA). Hughes is making his first start with an extra day of rest, while Tillman is coming off a stellar no-run, seven-inning outing against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday.

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Orioles Vs. Yankees Final Score: Late Baltimore Error Helps New York Earn 4-3 Victory

A bases-loaded error by Baltimore shortstop J.J. Hardy in the seventh inning of Saturday's game allowed the Yankees to come away with a 4-3 victory over the visiting Orioles.

After being held at bay all afternoon by Baltimore starter Wei-Yin Chen, New York was able to plate three runs in the bottom of the seventh inning courtesy of Hardy's error. The win means the Yankees again lead the Orioles by three games in the American League East. Baltimore had won their previous 13 one-run contests.

David Phelps started for New York, but lasted just 4.2 innings, allowing three runs on three hits and six walks. The New York bullpen held the Orioles scoreless over the final 4.1 innings.

The two teams wrap their three-game weekend series on Sunday with a 1:05 p.m. ET first pitch. Baltimore's Chris Tillman is scheduled to take on New York's Phil Hughes.

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Yankees Roster Moves: 6 Called Up From Triple-A, Including Eduardo Nunez

The New York Yankees have called up Eduardo Nunez from Triple-A and the utility man is in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Manager Joe Girardi put Nunez at DH for the second game of the weekend series that could pull Baltimore even in the AL East standings. Nunez was hitting .294 in 51 at-bats this season before being sent down on May 11. He scored seven runs and had five RBIs in 21 games with the Yankees.

With the calendar flipping to September, teams can now expand their rosters with widespread call-ups taking place this weekend across the majors. Five others were called up from Scranton in addition to Nunez, including pitchers Cory Wade, Adam Warren, and Justin Thomas. Veteran catcher Francisco Cervelli was also called up along with outfielder Chris Dickerson.

In another roster move, the Yankees jettisoned Ramiro Pena, designating the infielder for assignment. The expanded rosters will hopefully aid the Yankees down the stretch as they nurse a slew of injuries.

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Yankees Vs. Orioles Preview: Game Time, TV Schedule, Probable Pitchers

The sliding New York Yankees have lost three of their last four games as the Baltimore Orioles continue to gain ground in the race for the American League East.

The Orioles, winners of six out of their last seven, now trail the Yanks by only two games. Both teams have 31 games remaining this season.

On Saturday, the Yankees will look to rookie David Phelps for some pitching help. The former Notre Dame star has started only six games this season, appearing as a reliever as well.

The Orioles will counter with Wei-Yin Chen, their Taiwanese rookie who has been dependable down the stretch so far. Chen has posted a 3.78 ERA in 26 starts this season, including two solid starts against the Yankees.

The Bronx Bombers continue to miss Alex Rodriguez and Mark Teixeira, hitting just .226 as a team in their last ten games.

Saturday's game will start at 1:05 and can be found on YES.

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Orioles 6, Yankees 1: Miguel Gonzalez Shuts Down New York Lineup

The New York Yankees dropped their series opener against the Orioles on Friday night, falling 6-1 at Yankee Stadium. Baltimore starter Miguel Gonzalez shut down the Yanks' lineup, pitching seven scoreless innings and allowing just four hits. It was an ugly night at the dish, as Gonzalez had his change-up working and fanned nine New York batters. Nick Swisher struck out four times alone.

While Hiroki Kuroda certainly did not pitch his best game, he did enough to keep the Yankees in the game and competitive. Kuroda pitched into the ninth inning, allowing four runs on eight hits. The O's put together a three-run rally in the second inning, jumping ahead 3-0 for a lead they would not relinquish. A Mark Reynolds two-run shot to left did most of the damage, but J.J. Hardy also added a solo homer in the sixth.

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Curtis Granderson ended the shutout in the ninth, taking Brian Matusz deep. But the outcome was not in doubt at that point, especially after an ugly top half of the ninth by Derek Lowe. The veteran sinker baller came on with two outs in the ninth, and promptly gave up four straight hits, including another Reynolds homer.

The Orioles are now two games out in the AL East standings.

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