Last night the Yankees built an early lead against the Cardinals and held on for dear life. It wasn’t the most reassuring way to win a game, but any wins are welcome with the Yankees occupying the final playoff spot in the American League.

The New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals play the second game of a 3-game series Saturday at Busch Stadium.

New York Yankees win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night. The Yankees could use all the wins they can get, as they'

Ben Rice drove in a career high-tying seven runs, tallied three hits and scored twice as the visiting New York Yankees outslugged the St. Louis Cardinals 12-8 on Saturday night.

José Caballero knew on contact that Ben Rice’s monster swing would result in a ball in the seats. With one out, runners on the corners and the New York Yankees trailing by two in the top of the fourth,

Pregame analysis and predictions of the New York Yankees vs. St. Louis Cardinals MLB game to be played on August 17, 2025 on ESPN.

But given how things have gone for the Yankees for the last two months, they got what counted most — a win. Behind 5 1⁄3 strong innings from Luis Gil, a two-run homer from Jazz Chisholm Jr. that highlighted a three-run first inning and a standout all-around night defensively by Cody Bellinger at two positions,