What happened: The New York Yankees have not exceeded five runs in a single contest during their current 20-game stretch, officially tying their all-time mark for offensive struggles. The team now sits five games back of the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East.
Why it matters: The Yankees' continued offensive struggles have severely impacted their standing, turning a tight division race into a widening gap. The lineup's inability to generate consistent run support threatens their positioning as the summer progresses.
By the numbers: The Tampa Bay Rays lead the series 2-1. New York has posted a 5-15 record since June 18, scoring just 56 total runs in that span, which ranks as the worst record in Major League Baseball over that timeframe.
What to watch: The Yankees will attempt to generate offense and snap their historic drought to avoid losing further ground to Tampa Bay.