Yankees’ David Bednar: Ekes out eighth save

Bednar earned a save in opposition to the Rangers on Monday, permitting one unearned run on two hits whereas putting out one batter over one inning.

Bednar entered the ninth inning with New York holding a three-run lead. He gave up a leadoff single to start the body after which retired the subsequent two batters. Bednar appeared to have the sport wrapped up when Josh Smith hit a grounder to second base with two outs, however Jazz Chisholm booted the ball, and Texas scored when the subsequent batter hit a single. However, Bednar was in a position to get the third out to wrap up the New York win. He’s transformed eight saves (on 9 possibilities) this season and ranks second in MLB in that class.