Yanks' Win Finale Against Rays; Snap Skid

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Hiroki Kuroda for the Yankees in their 6-4 victory over the Rays on Wednesday night. (Getty Images)

The Yankees were able to snap their three game losing streak on Wednesday as they defeated the Rays 6-4.   With their win tonight, the Yankees have regained sole possession of first place in the American League East.

Hiroki Kuroda started for the Yankees and he picked up the win. Kuroda allowed 4 runs on 8 hits in 6 innings of work. He struck out 3 and walked 2. Kuroda finished his outing with 101 pitches thrown, in which 61 of them were for strikes.

The Yankee offense was led by Russell Martin, who drove in three runs. Martin doubled in a pair in the fourth inning and launched a solo shot in the sixth inning.

Derek Jeter picked up three hits in five at-bats tonight and raised his average from .316 to .319.

The Yankee bullpen was outstanding tonight as they worked three scoreless innings.

Rafael Soriano was able to notch his 36th save of the season as he shut the door to seal the win.

The Yankees will begin a four game set with the Orioles tomorrow night.