The New York Yankees’ 7-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night at Yankee Stadium tightened the American League East race, cutting Baltimore’s lead to a single game. Rookie catcher Ben Rice provided the decisive blow with a three-run home run, while right-hander Will Warren limited the Orioles’ lineup to two runs over six innings, according to the game account from Deadspin. The win underscored a recurring pattern: the Yankees have relied on contributions from unheralded players—Rice, a rookie, and Warren, filling a rotation spot—to compensate for injuries and inconsistent production from their marquee stars. For the Orioles, the loss exposes a vulnerability against lower-tier arms, a concern as they prepare for a potential postseason rematch. The division lead remains precarious, with neither team able to seize control.