Major League Baseball fans are taking notice of the New York Yankees’ impressive start to the 2026 season. While most teams have played only a handful of games, early trends are beginning to emerge.

Early Season Standings and Surprises

The Los Angeles Dodgers, bolstered by additions like Kyle Tucker and Edwin Díaz, are performing as expected. A surprising contender in the National League is the Miami Marlins, currently tied with the Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers for the best record at 4-1.

Yankees' Historic Pitching Performance

However, the biggest story so far has been the New York Yankees’ pitching. The Yankees have allowed a mere three runs in their first five games of the season. This is a remarkable feat, significantly outpacing other strong teams like the Atlanta Braves, who have conceded 11 runs.

Record-Breaking Start

This performance marks 83 years of MLB history. According to a post on X, the Yankees’ three runs allowed are tied with the 1943 St. Louis Cardinals for the fewest runs given up by a team in its first five games. “The Yankees have allowed three runs this season, tied with the 1943 Cardinals for fewest by a team in its first 5 games in MLB history,” the post stated.

Future Outlook

What’s particularly concerning for opposing teams is that the Yankees have achieved this success without Gerrit Cole, a six-time All-Star, who is still building up after missing the entire 2025 season. His eventual return promises to further strengthen an already dominant pitching rotation. Fans and analysts alike are closely watching the Yankees as they continue their historic run.

About the Author

Patrick McAvoy has experience covering sports for the New England Sports Network, focusing on baseball and basketball. He also holds an MBA from Brandeis University.