Yankees Rally from 5 Runs Down: Inside Their Stunning Walk-Off Win Over Mariners

By Oliver Wiener July 13, 2025 22:41

The New York Yankees pulled off one of the most improbable comebacks in recent MLB history on July 10, 2025, rallying from a 5-0 deficit and being no-hit into the eighth inning to stun the Seattle Mariners 6-5 in a thrilling 10-inning walk-off victory at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees’ resilience and clutch hitting under pressure not only spoiled Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo’s near no-hitter but also showcased their never-say-die attitude as they completed a sweep of the series.

A Near No-Hitter Turns Into a Rally

Seattle’s Bryan Woo was masterful through seven innings, keeping the Yankees hitless and cruising with a 5-0 lead. Woo, an All-Star right-hander, was on the verge of throwing the first no-hitter of the 2025 season, having struck out five and allowed just two walks. His dominance had the Mariners and their fans dreaming of history, with the Yankees’ win probability plummeting to a mere 1.3% entering the eighth inning.

But the tide turned dramatically when Jazz Chisholm Jr., himself an All-Star and Home Run Derby participant, led off the bottom of the eighth with a single to break up the no-hit bid. Chisholm’s hit ignited the Yankees’ offense, and Ben Rice followed with another single. Chisholm advanced to third and soon scored on a sac fly by Austin Wells, putting the Yankees on the board and signaling the start of a furious comeback.

Stanton’s Pinch-Hit Power and Wells’ Clutch Hitting

After Woo was relieved by Matt Brash, the Yankees kept the pressure on. Pinch-hitter Giancarlo Stanton crushed a two-run homer to cut Seattle’s lead to 5-3, electrifying the crowd and injecting new life into the home team. The Yankees weren’t done yet.

In the ninth inning, trailing by two runs, the Yankees loaded the bases with two outs. Austin Wells delivered a clutch two-run single to tie the game at 5-5, sending the contest into extra innings and sending the Yankee Stadium crowd into a frenzy.

Judge and Volpe Seal the Dramatic Win

The 10th inning saw the Mariners’ reliever Devin Williams shut down the Yankees’ initial threat, but the bottom half of the frame brought more drama. After a failed bunt attempt by Oswald Peraza, the Mariners intentionally walked Paul Goldschmidt, loading the bases for the iconic Aaron Judge.

Judge, known for his power and clutch performances, lifted a shallow fly ball to center field. What made the play unforgettable was Anthony Volpe’s daring slide around catcher Cal Raleigh’s tag and Julio Rodríguez’s laser throw, allowing Volpe to score the winning run. The call was reviewed but upheld, cementing the Yankees’ stunning 6-5 walk-off victory.

Historical Context and Impact

This comeback was historic. According to MLB records, the Yankees became only the second team since 1977 to win a game after trailing by five or more runs with no hits through seven innings. Prior to this, teams facing such deficits were 1-193 since 1974, highlighting the rarity of this feat.

The win improved the Yankees’ record to 52-41, narrowing the Toronto Blue Jays’ lead in the AL East to two games, while the Mariners dropped to 48-45, trailing the Boston Red Sox by one game for the final AL wild-card spot.

Manager Aaron Boone’s Take

Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised his team’s grit after the game: “To come back from being no-hit into the eighth and down five runs shows the character and fight in this clubhouse. The guys never gave up, and that’s what championship teams do.”

The Yankees’ comeback against the Mariners was a masterclass in perseverance, clutch hitting, and seizing momentum at the right moment. From Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s no-hit-breaking single to Aaron Judge’s walk-off sac fly and Anthony Volpe’s spectacular slide, this game will be remembered as one of the most thrilling and improbable victories of the 2025 MLB season. With this win, the Yankees not only swept the Mariners but also sent a message that they are a force to be reckoned with down the stretch.