New York Yankees complete historic three-game sweep of Washington Nationals

The New York Yankees rallied late in three consecutive games to beat the Washington Nationals 5-3 on Sunday, completing a three‑game sweep at Nationals Park. Ben Rice delivered a two‑run eighth‑inning triple in the final game, while the Yankees also staged late‑inning comebacks on Friday (9th inning) and Saturday (8th inning). The sweep marks the first time since the 1910 season that a team has won three straight games while trailing in the eighth inning or later, a feat previously achieved by the New York Highlanders.

Yankees pitcher Will Warren allowed one run over five innings, and the bullpen secured the win with Paul Blackburn earning his first save. The victory moves the Yankees to second place in the American League East and into the lead of the wild‑card race. Washington starter Cade Cavalli, returning from suspension, gave up two runs over six innings, and the Nationals remain fourth in the National League East, still in wild‑card contention.