Yankees rotation improves with Rodón’s six‑inning win; Rodriguez’s homer ties game

Endy Rodríguez hit a solo home run to right field in the fifth inning, tying the game 2‑2. The blast was highlighted as a key moment in the contest.

Carlos Rodón started for the New York Yankees, allowing a leadoff homer but settling down to pitch six innings, allowing four hits and two runs. His effort helped New York secure an 8‑4 victory over Cleveland, completing a three‑game sweep. Rodón, returning from offseason elbow surgery, posted a 3.19 ERA through six starts, with 34 strikeouts in 31 innings and only two homers allowed, though his walk rate remains high at 5.5 per nine innings. His performance eases the Yankees’ rotation squeeze as other starters such as Max Fried and Gerrit Cole recover from injuries.