Danny Salazar struck out eight and pitched into the eighth inning as the Indians dislodged the Yankees from first place in the American League East, notching their fourth consecutive victory with a 2-1 decision on Wednesday night at Progressive Field.
Francisco Lindor and Abraham Almonte each delivered a run-scoring single to account for the offensive production against CC Sabathia, who permitted 11 baserunners over six innings of work but limited the damage against one of his former clubs.
“There are some guys in here that are hungry and you can tell,” Indians closer Cody Allen said. “They play with an edge and they play with passion. You’re starting to see a team really, really come together and get an identity.”
The Yanks’ offense again remained largely dormant as they lost their fifth straight game, falling out of first place for the first time since July 1. Brian McCann hit a second-inning homer off Salazar, who allowed just four hits while walking five over 7 1/3 innings as he earned his 10th victory of the year. New York is a half-game behind the Blue Jays in the division.
“I actually thought we swung the bats better tonight,” Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. “I thought they made some really good plays. I thought we hit some balls deep tonight. [Salazar has] got good stuff, he’s got power, he’s got an outstanding changeup.”
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