Austin Wells snaps ugly RBI slump with home run in Yankees’ loss
Austin Wells ended a 50-plate appearance RBI drought with a home run during the Yankees' 4-2 loss to the Rays. Despite his struggles, teammates expressed support for Wells, highlighting his effort and positivity. The Yankees continue to face challenges as they navigate their season.
- ▪Austin Wells hit a tiebreaking home run, marking his first RBI of May.
- ▪Wells had been struggling, hitting .169 with four home runs and six RBIs in 118 at-bats.
- ▪Teammates and coaches praised Wells for his effort and game plan despite his recent performance.
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MLB New York Yankees Austin Wells snaps ugly RBI slump with home run in Yankees’ loss By Ryan Dunleavy Published May 23, 2026, 1:48 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Austin Wells’ dry spell is over. Wells snapped a streak of 50 consecutive plate appearances without an RBI at what looked like the perfect time, but his tiebreaking home run didn’t hold up under Austin Wells’ dry spell is over.he weight of another bullpen collapse Friday as the Yankees lost 4-2 to the Rays at the Stadium. The 392-blast to right-center field was just the sixth hit and first RBI of May for Wells, who has lost playing time to fellow left-handed-hitting catcher J.C. Escarra. The reaction in the dugout told the story of a team backing its slumping catcher.
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