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After three consecutive defeats against the Seattle Mariners and Boston Red Sox, the New York Yankees finally win a game against their arch-rival Red Sox. Thanks to a remarkable performance from the Yankees’ shortstop, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, the Pinstripes triumphed in Fenway Park on Saturday night.

Falefa joined the Yankees only this year, and the 27-year-old shortstop is not having a great season. However, Kiner-Falefa showed his potential when the Yankees needed him the most. Notably, not only did Kiner-Falefa hit his first home run as a Yankee, but he also won the much-needed game against the Boston Red Sox.

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It is no secret that after the All-Star break; the Pinstripes have been struggling for a win. Not long, but just a couple of weeks ago, the Yankees had the best record this season. But eventually, they are not the same.

Isiah Kiner-Falefa received the silent treatment from teammates for his first homer as a Yankee

Falefa hit a two-run home run in Fenway Park and ensured a 3-2 victory for the Pinstripes. When talking about his performance, Kiner-Falefa said he felt good to hit his 1st homer for the Yankees.

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“It feels good to come through with the big homer and small ball, showing off both sides of my game,” Kiner-Falefa said. “I’m happy to come out with a win. We’ve been playing a lot of close games, so it feels good to finally pull one off.”

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The Yankees’ shortstop also admitted that if needed, he will also do the dirty work from the plate.

“I’m glad I was finally able to do what I do,” Isiah Kiner-Falefa added. “I can hit the ball around, bunt the ball, do the dirty work.”

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When Isiah Kiner-Falefa was in the dugout after hitting the home run, he was not expecting any surprise celebration. But his teammates gave him a silent celebration to celebrate Kiner-Falefa’s first home run.

In a team where hitters like Aaron Judge, Anthony Rizzo, and DJ LeMahieu are playing, Isiah Kiner-Falefa was the least-expected player to guide the Yankees home. And that too when the Yankees’ shortstop is struggling from the plate.

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Do you think Isiah Kiner-Falefa can continue his form for the rest of the season?

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