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The Toronto Blue Jays edged the New York Yankees 2–1 on May 20 at Yankee Stadium in a low-scoring affair that showcased pitching depth over offensive firepower. The Yankees managed just 6 hits with an anemic .235 batting average and struck out 11 times, while their pitching staff fanned 11 Blue Jays batters but allowed 8 hits and 2 earned runs across the contest. Toronto's pitchers were more efficient, limiting New York to 6 hits and 1 earned run with a 4.00 ERA, though both offenses struggled to generate consistent scoring opportunities. Neither team hit a home run, and the Yankees went scoreless at the plate with just 1 RBI despite avoiding errors defensively. The Blue Jays' superior pitch execution—allowing fewer walks and capitalizing on their limited opportunities with 2 RBIs—proved decisive in this defensive grind. This result underscores Toronto's ability to win tight games through pitching, a critical skill as the division race tightens heading into late May.