Yanks win in 14 innings and its 3 am, a delirious breakdown

Apr 23, 2019 99.0K views 1:09

What Happened

The New York Yankees and their cross-town rivals, the New York Mets, are battling it out in a hard-fought extra-innings affair that has stretched into the early hours of the morning. After 14 grueling innings, the score is knotted at 3-3, with both teams giving it their all on the field. In the bottom of the 14th inning, Yankees catcher Kyle Higashioka steps up to the plate, the tension palpable as the exhausted players take their positions. Higashioka delivers, smashing a game-winning hit that sends the Yankees' dugout into a frenzy. As the team rushes the field to celebrate, first baseman Luke Voit exclaims, "I'm a meathead, I lift people up - that's what I do!" Manager Aaron Boone approaches pitching coach Matt Blake, acknowledging the toll the long game has taken on the bullpen. "We've got Lasagna going, the bullpen's depleted," Boone says, referring to the team's upcoming starter. Despite the challenges, the Yankees have found a way to emerge victorious in this marathon battle. Closer Aroldis Chapman, who earned the win, is awarded the game ball, with Higashioka joking, "When's the last time you pitched well?" Chapman laughs, alluding to his recent struggles on the mound. The players' emotions are running high and the team's Spanish translator, Marlin, steps in to assist outfielder Giancarlo Stanton with his post-game interview. "Hi, Gio," Marlin says. "I'm your translator today. I'll be translating the words you say in Spanish into English, as I know who the fuck you are, Marlin. Leave me alone." Throughout the celebration, the players express their relief and excitement, with relief pitcher Clay Holmes receiving a double-tap celebration from his teammates, signifying his role as the player of the game. The Yankees' dugout is a scene of pure joy, as they have managed to secure a hard-fought victory in this marathon clash.

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Yankees just won a game in 14th inning

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