Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits go-ahead ninth-inning homer as Yankees beat Nationals 5-3

Jazz Chisholm Jr. drives in the decisive runs with a two-run home run in the ninth inning as the New York Yankees defeat the Washington Nationals 5-3 on Friday night in Washington, D.C. All but one run in the game comes via the long ball, reflecting a power-heavy matchup between two teams that rank first and second in Major League Baseball home runs entering the game. The Yankees build a lead earlier in the game with homers from several players, including Ben Rice, Jasson Domínguez, and Austin Wells. After the Nationals and Yankees exchange scoring, the late game tightens when the Yankees’ advantage becomes precarious. According to one report, the Yankees have a late lead that their bullpen does not fully protect, setting up the ninth inning. Chisholm’s home run then restores and extends New York’s lead, allowing the Yankees to finish with a 5-3 victory.