Boyd, Cubs snap Yankees' 5-game win streak 5-2

Chicago’s Matthew Boyd won a matchup of All-Star left-handers as Max Fried left early because of yet another blister on his pitching hand, and the Cubs stopped the New York Yankees’ five-game winning streak with a 5-2 victory on Saturday.

Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer in the ninth off Brad Keller, his 35th of the season, and became the fastest player to 350 home runs. Playing his 1,088th game, Judge bettered Mark McGwire’s 1,280.

A first time All-Star, Boyd (10-3) won his fourth straight start and fifth consecutive decision, giving up four hits in eight scoreless innings with six strikeouts and no walks. 

Daniel Palencia, throwing at up to 102.5 mph, got two outs for his 11th save in 12 chances. He reached 100 mph with five pitches and is third the major leagues with 146 this year.

Yankees RHP Will Warren (6-4, 4.70) faces Cubs LHP Shota Imanaga (5-3, 2.80) on the final day before the All-Star break.



(AP Photo Yuki Iwamura)