The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox rivalry got a little heated prior to their series finale in New York. And despite their best efforts, the Yankees couldn't walk away with the last laugh. Prior to the third game in the Bronx,

Boston trounced New York in the series finale on the strength of five homers and a solid performance from its rookie starter.

The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees close out their 3-game series in New York Sunday night from Yankee Stadium.