The Yankees began their second half with another disappointing offensive performance, mirroring their struggles from before the break. The Chicago Cubs secured a win over the Boston Red Sox, benefiting from an early lead and solid pitching by Colin Rea. Meanwhile, the Toronto Blue Jays shut out the San Francisco Giants, with Chris Bassitt delivering an effective outing despite giving up many hits. In a tense pitchers' duel, the Texas Rangers managed a narrow win against the Detroit Tigers, culminating in a tight game after seven innings.
The Yankees started their second half in much the same fashion as many of their games to close out the first half - with an offensive dud and a half-hearted comeback attempt that was too little too late.
Colin Rea allowed a run on four hits in five innings, with the Cubs maintaining their early lead after scoring three runs before an out had been recorded.
Chris Bassitt had the definition of a bend but don't break outing, tossing 6.1 scoreless despite allowing ten hits and relying on double plays to escape trouble.
This pitchers' duel was deadlocked after seven innings, with Reese Olson giving the Tigers a strong performance as the game remained scoreless.
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