On Tuesday night, the New York Yankees made history when Domingo Germán pitched seven perfect innings in their 5-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics. Germán became the first pitcher in Yankees history to throw seven perfect innings in a game, and only the fourth pitcher in Major League Baseball to do so since 1900.
Germán was in complete control throughout the game, striking out nine batters and allowing no baserunners. He retired the first 21 batters he faced, and his perfect game bid was broken up by a single from Athletics outfielder Stephen Piscotty in the eighth inning.
The Yankees offense provided Germán with plenty of run support, scoring five runs on seven hits. Shortstop Gleyber Torres had a big night at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in the fourth inning. Catcher Gary Sánchez also had a big night, going 2-for-3 with an RBI double in the sixth inning.
Germán’s performance was one for the record books, and it was a reminder of just how dominant he can be when he’s on his game. He improved his record to 11-2 on the season, and his ERA now stands at 3.40.
The Yankees have now won four straight games and are firmly entrenched in first place in the American League East. With Germán leading the way, they look poised to make a deep run in the postseason.
Domingo Germán’s seven perfect innings will go down as one of the most memorable performances in Yankees history. His performance was a reminder of just how dominant he can be when he’s on his game, and it was a key factor in the Yankees’ victory over the Athletics.
