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New York Yankees

One of the most storied franchises in Major League Baseball, the New York Yankees were founded in 1903 and have claimed a record 27 World Series championships and 41 American League pennants. They are known for their iconic legacy, star-studded rosters, and high expectations each season. In the 2025 season, the Yankees entered as reigning AL East champions and came in with high ambitions to go deep into the postseason.

West Michigan Whitecaps

The Whitecaps are a Minor League Baseball team playing in the High-A Midwest League, and they are affiliated with the Detroit Tigers. Established in 1994, the Whitecaps call LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park, Michigan, their home stadium. They are a key stepping stone for future Tigers talent, and their schedule and performances in the Midwest League often attract fans tracking major league prospects.

Match Preview

• Exhibition Game: New York Yankees (-140) vs. West Michigan Whitecaps (+120)
• Venue: American Family Field
• Time: 7:05 PM ET
• Broadcast: MLB Network / MiLB.TV

Game Preview

The New York Yankees narrowly defeated the West Michigan Whitecaps 7–6 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Both teams traded early runs, with the Yankees taking the lead in the fourth inning thanks to an RBI double from Gleyber Torres. The Whitecaps responded in the fifth, scoring three runs and briefly leveling the game.

The turning point came in the eighth inning when Anthony Rizzo’s two-run single put New York ahead. The Whitecaps mounted a late rally in the ninth, but closer Clay Holmes struck out the final two batters to secure the win.

Giancarlo Stanton finished 2-for-4 with three RBIs, while Rizzo added two more. For West Michigan, Jace Jung and Spencer Torkelson contributed key hits. Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised his team’s composure, noting it was a strong effort early in the exhibition season.