Another night in the Bronx, another heartbreak for the Yankees faithful. Well, under the bright Friday lights at Yankee Stadium, the stage was set for a tense battle of the bullpens between New York and Houston. And for much of the night, the game hung in the balance, until the late innings brought a now all-too-familiar script. Again, a shaky relief performance unraveled the Yankees’ hopes, and the Astros walked away with a 5-3 win in 10 innings.

So, with the loss, New York’s freefall continues as they’ve gone just 19-30 since June 13. Moreover, what has fans scratching their heads even more is the decision that set the stage for this latest stumble. Despite recent struggles, the same embattled pitcher was summoned once again by manager Aaron Boone. Now, as the frustration boils over, Bo

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