Clay Holmes Pulled Early, Reaches Career-High Innings Count

New York Yankees pitcher Clay Holmes was pulled by manager Carlos Mendoza after five innings and 75 pitches despite feeling capable of continuing, as the team sought to utilize the bullpen in a tied game. Holmes, who allowed two runs in the fourth inning, understood the strategic decision. The right-hander has now reached a career-high 122.1 innings pitched this season, prompting discussions about managing his workload effectively as the team aims for a deep postseason run.