New York Yankees
Result: Lost 5-3 to the Arizona Diamondbacks
Arizona built an early lead Saturday night and held on to beat New York as the regular season heads into its final weeks.
The Breakfast Table Times — 2026-09-20 · Edition No. 28
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Congress Avoids a Government Shutdown
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Diamondbacks Beat Yankees 5-3
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Good News: Salmon and Clean Water
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Iran Sets Conditions for Possible Talks With U.S.
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NASA's New Space Telescope Begins Testing Phase
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Diamondbacks Beat Yankees 5-3 on Saturday
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