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The New York Yankees shut out the Tampa Bay Rays 2–0 on May 24 at Yankee Stadium in a pitcher-dominated matchup. The Yankees' offense generated just seven hits but made them count, scoring both runs on a single home run while striking out six times and drawing two walks. Despite the modest offensive output, New York's pitching was stingy, allowing seven hits and zero earned runs while fanning six Rays hitters and walking five. Tampa Bay managed the same hit total as the Yankees but couldn't convert their scoring opportunities, striking out six times as well while their pitching staff surrendered one home run and two earned runs across the contest. The Yankees' .754 OPS and .426 slugging percentage proved sufficient in a low-scoring affair, while Tampa Bay's inability to drive in runs—posting zero RBIs despite drawing five walks—sealed their fate. The shutout victory showcases New York's pitching depth and suggests the Yankees' rotation can compete in tight contests even when the lineup struggles for consistency.