Aaron Judge Passes DiMaggio as Yankees Defeat Red Sox 4-1 Behind Luis Gil’s No-Hit Start at Fenway Park

Friday, September 12th, 2025

Aaron Judge Sets Yankees Home Run Milestone as New York Defeats Red Sox 4-1

Aaron Judge blasted his 362nd career home run on Friday night, passing the legendary Joe DiMaggio on the New York Yankees’ all-time home run list. Judge’s towering 468-foot solo shot in the first inning was also the longest home run at Fenway Park since his 470-foot drive last July, setting the tone for the Yankees' 4-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox.

Luis Gil Dominates on the Mound

Yankees starter Luis Gil was in top form, pitching six no-hit innings and racking up four strikeouts. Gil allowed four walks and threw 93 pitches before exiting the game with the no-hitter still intact. The Yankees bullpen carried the effort forward, though Fernando Cruz surrendered a home run to Boston’s Nate Eaton in the seventh—one of just two Red Sox hits on the night. David Bednar closed out the game, earning his 23rd save of the season.

Yankees Build Cushion in AL Playoff Race

With this victory, the Yankees extended their lead over the Red Sox in the race for the American League's top wild-card spot and the coveted home-field advantage for the upcoming playoffs. New York now holds a 1.5-game advantage in the standings.

Offensive Highlights and Critical Moments

After Judge’s first-inning blast, the Yankees added to their lead in the third. Ben Rice reached first on a catcher’s interference call—one of six for Carlos Narváez this season, the highest in the majors. Judge drew a walk and scored on Cody Bellinger's RBI single, pushing New York’s lead to 2-0.

Boston threatened in the fifth, putting runners at first and second with no outs despite still being hitless. A double-steal attempt forced a balk from Gil, advancing both runners, but Gil responded by striking out Ceddanne Rafaela and inducing a Jarren Duran lineout to escape the jam unscathed.

Pitching Matchups and Looking Ahead

Lucas Giolito started for Boston, giving up two runs—one earned—over 5 2/3 innings. The series continues Saturday as Yankees left-hander Max Fried (16-5) squares off against Red Sox right-hander Brayan Bello (11-6) in another pivotal matchup.

In summary

The New York Yankees captured a crucial 4-1 win over the Boston Red Sox, highlighted by Aaron Judge’s milestone 362nd home run and Luis Gil’s six no-hit innings. The victory strengthens the Yankees’ position atop the AL wild-card race and inches them closer to securing home-field advantage in the postseason. With high stakes, dominant pitching, and key offensive moments, this game adds a thrilling chapter to the storied Yankees–Red Sox rivalry as both teams push toward October baseball.

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