Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Snell dominates and Kimbrel implodes in O’s loss

Snell dominates

Blake Snell pitched seven scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and one walk while striking out nine batters. It was Snell's second straight dominant start, and he now has a 1.80 ERA in three starts this season.

Kimbrel implodes

Craig Kimbrel entered the game in the eighth inning with a 3-0 lead, but he quickly gave up a two-run homer to Anthony Santander. Kimbrel then walked the next two batters, and was charged with three runs in the inning. It was Kimbrel's second blown save of the season, and his ERA now stands at 6.75.

Yankees win

The Yankees held on to win the game 3-2, thanks to a strong performance from their bullpen. Aroldis Chapman pitched a scoreless ninth inning to earn his second save of the season.

Conclusion

The Yankees are now 10-3 on the season, and they have won four of their five games against the Orioles. The Orioles are now 5-8 on the season, and they have lost four of their five games against the Yankees.