Yankees Crush Athletics 10-2: Jasson Domínguez's Historic Night
West Sacramento, CA – In a stunning display of power, the New York Yankees defeated the Oakland Athletics 10-2 on May 9, 2025, at Sutter Health Park. The game was highlighted by Jasson Domínguez's incredible performance, as he hit three home runs and drove in seven runs.
The game was played under clear skies with a temperature of 91°F and a light breeze. Despite the warm conditions, the Yankees' bats were even hotter, leading them to a decisive victory.
Pitching Matchup
The Yankees sent Will Warren (2-2, 4.75 ERA) to the mound, while the Athletics countered with Osvaldo Bido (2-3, 4.75 ERA). Warren delivered a solid performance, pitching 7.1 innings and allowing only one run. Bido, on the other hand, struggled, surrendering four runs in 5.1 innings.
Key Moments
- Top 3rd: Paul Goldschmidt started the scoring with a solo home run to center field.
- Top 3rd: Jasson Domínguez followed with a solo home run to right-center field, extending the Yankees' lead to 2-0.
- Top 5th: Domínguez drove in another run with a sacrifice fly to left field, scoring Trent Grisham.
- Top 7th: Domínguez hit his second home run of the game, a solo shot to center field, making it 5-0.
- Top 8th: Ben Rice doubled, scoring Jorbit Vivas, and Aaron Judge reached third.
- Top 8th: Domínguez capped off his historic night with a grand slam to right-center field, driving in Judge, Rice, and Goldschmidt, pushing the score to 10-0.
- Bottom 8th: Jacob Wilson singled, scoring Max Schuemann, putting the Athletics on the board.
- Bottom 9th: Lawrence Butler singled, scoring Shea Langeliers, but it was too little, too late for the Athletics.
Individual Performances
- Jasson Domínguez (NYY): 3-4, 3 HR, 7 RBI, 3 R
- Paul Goldschmidt (NYY): 2-4, HR, RBI, 2 R
- Will Warren (NYY): 7.1 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 7 K
- Jackson Merrill (OAK): 2-4, HR, 2 RBI, R
Domínguez's performance was the clear highlight of the game, earning him praise from teammates and fans alike. According to Reddit, his grand slam was particularly memorable, sealing the victory for the Yankees.
Game Statistics
| Statistic | Yankees | Athletics |
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| Runs | 10 | 2 |
| Hits | 14 | 7 |
| Errors | 0 | 2 |
| Left on Base | 12 | 6 |
Key Plays in Detail
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Paul Goldschmidt's Home Run: In the top of the 3rd, with two outs, Goldschmidt launched a fly ball to center field, giving the Yankees an early 1-0 lead.
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Jasson Domínguez's First Home Run: Immediately after Goldschmidt's homer, Domínguez followed with a solo shot to right-center, extending the lead to 2-0.
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Trent Grisham's RBI Single: In the top of the 6th, Trent Grisham reached on a fielding error, allowing J.C. Escarra to score, increasing the Yankees' advantage to 4-0.
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Ben Rice's RBI Double: In the 8th, Rice doubled to left field, scoring Jorbit Vivas and pushing the score to 6-0.
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Jasson Domínguez's Grand Slam: Domínguez solidified the Yankees' lead with a grand slam in the 8th, making the score 10-0.
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Jacob Wilson's RBI Single: The Athletics managed to score in the bottom of the 8th when Jacob Wilson singled, bringing Max Schuemann home.
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Lawrence Butler's RBI Single: In the 9th, Lawrence Butler singled, scoring Shea Langeliers, but it wasn't enough to spark a comeback.
Manager's Take
Athletics manager Mark Kotsay expressed frustration over a controversial catch by Yankees' center fielder Trent Grisham. According to Reddit, Kotsay argued that Grisham didn't hold the ball long enough, but umpires confirmed it was a valid catch.
What's Next?
The Yankees and Athletics will face off again on May 10, 2025. Carlos Rodón is scheduled to pitch for the Yankees, while JP Sears will take the mound for the Athletics.
Division Standings
| ALE Rank | Team | W | L | GB (E#) | WC Rank | WC GB (E#) |
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| 1 | New York Yankees | 21 | 16 | - (-) | - | - (-) |
| 2 | Boston Red Sox | 20 | 19 | 2.0 (123) | 4 | 0.5 (124) |
| 3 | Toronto Blue Jays | 17 | 20 | 4.0 (122) | 8 | 2.5 (123) |
| 4 | Tampa Bay Rays | 16 | 21 | 5.0 (121) | 9 | 3.5 (122) |
| 5 | Baltimore Orioles | 13 | 23 | 7.5 (119) | 11 | 6.0 (120) |
For Athletics fans looking to attend future games, ticket prices are reportedly sliding, making it a good opportunity to see the team in action.