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Yankees scratch across late run to edge Royals 1-0 and complete season sweep
Kansas City Royals' Nick Loftin, right, slides into third with a triple past New York Yankees third baseman Oswald Peraza, left, in the fifth inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Seth Lugo throws in the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees starting pitcher Will Warren throws in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees starting pitcher Will Warren throws in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals' Nick Loftin, right, slides into third with a triple past New York Yankees third baseman Oswald Peraza, left, in the fifth inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Seth Lugo throws in the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees starting pitcher Will Warren throws in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Pablo Reyes stumbled, stopped and still scrambled home safely on a wild play in the eighth inning, taking advantage of a throwing error by reliever Lucas Erceg to give the New York Yankees a 1-0 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday night. New York completed a three-game sweep to finish 6-0 against the Royals this season after eliminating them 3-1 in their best-of-five playoff series last October. Advertisement Will Warren and four relievers combined on a five-hitter as the AL East-leading Yankees (42-25) moved a season-high 17 games over .500. They have the best road record in the majors at 21-13. Mark Leiter Jr. (4-3) got one out for the win, and Devin Williams earned his ninth save. The game was interrupted by rain for 28 minutes in the top of the sixth. ___ AP MLB:
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Aaron Judge homers in third straight game, Clarke Schmidt dazzles as Yankees beat the Royals, 6-3
Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez strikes out in the second inning during a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees' Paul Goldschmidt (48) celebrates with Aaron Judge after scoring on a Ben Rice single in the second inning during a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees' Aaron Judge hits a home run in the seventh inning during a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees' Aaron Judge hits a home run in the seventh inning during a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez strikes out in the second inning during a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees' Paul Goldschmidt (48) celebrates with Aaron Judge after scoring on a Ben Rice single in the second inning during a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) New York Yankees' Aaron Judge hits a home run in the seventh inning during a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Aaron Judge homered for the third consecutive game, Clarke Schmidt allowed just two hits over six innings, and the New York Yankees cruised to a 6-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night. Paul Goldschmidt added a pair of RBIs during a five-run second inning for New York, which improved to 5-0 against the Royals this season. The Yankees are are 12-3 against them since the start of last season, including their playoff series win. Advertisement Salvador Perez hit a two-run homer during a three-run ninth for Kansas City. Schmidt (3-3) allowed one runner to reach second base, and that was courtesy of his own balk that advanced Maikel Garcia in the first inning. He also struck out seven to remain unbeaten in six regular-season appearances against the Royals. Devin Williams got the final two outs for his eighth save. Kris Bubic (5-4) looked like he might be in for a duel with Schmidt after a perfect first inning. But he proceeded to allow five runs on four hits and two walks during the second, and ultimately six hits and four walks in just 4 1/3 innings. Judge's homer off Steven Cruz came on the heels of a two-homer game Sunday against Boston and a 469-foot shot in the series opener against Kansas City on Tuesday night. The two-time MVP has eight RBIs over the three-game span. Advertisement Until Perez's homer, the biggest highlight for the Royals came in the fifth inning, when the Yankees loaded the bases with one out. DJ LeMahieu hit a sharp grounder to third base, where Garcia fielded it while falling to his rump. He threw to second from his back side, and a relay by Jonathan India to first base resulted in an inning-ending double play. Key moment Jazz Chisholm, who later left the game with left groin tightness, drew a walk in the second inning after plate umpire Lance Barrett called what would have been the third strike a questionable ball. The Yankees capitalized on their fortunes, sending 10 batters to the plate in what became the decisive inning. Key stat Advertisement The Royals (34-34) are 10-18 after going on a 16-2 run in April and May. Up next Yankees RHP Will Warren (4-3, 5.34) starts the series finale Thursday night. RHP Seth Lugo (3-5, 3.46) goes for Kansas City. ___ AP MLB:
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From baseball cards to big leagues: Jac Caglianone makes his home debut for the Royals vs Yankees
Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone (14) waits for an at bat during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, June 6, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone (14) fouls the ball during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, June 6, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone waits to take batting practice prior to a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone waits to take batting practice prior to a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone (14) waits for an at bat during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, June 6, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone (14) fouls the ball during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, June 6, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone waits to take batting practice prior to a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Jac Caglianone spent his first day off in his new home city searching for someplace to live. And buying baseball cards. Just what you might expect from a 22-year-old prospect — one of the best in the game — who was still playing college ball about this time last year, and who just made his big league debut for the Royals last week. Caglianone played three games in St. Louis and three against the White Sox in Chicago before finally making it back to Kansas City on Sunday night. Advertisement Two days later, Caglianone was set for his home debut in the opener of a three-game series against the New York Yankees. 'My grandpa is from New York. He grew up a big Yankees fan,' said Caglianone, who grew up in Florida and played collegiately for the Gators. 'He won't be here tonight or anything, but yeah, I'm sure he'll have it on TV.' Caglianone had plenty of support in the stands at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday night, just like he had at Busch Stadium last week, when they saw his big league career get off to a slow start. The power-hitting first baseman and outfielder went 0 for 5 in his debut against the Cardinals, though he did record his first hit the following night in St. Louis. His big breakout came Sunday in Chicago, when Caglianone went 4 for 4 in helping Kansas City to a 7-5 win over the White Sox, and that has fueled Cags-mania in a rejuvenated baseball city still relishing the Royals' trip to the postseason last year. Advertisement 'We saw this on the road. Everybody's excited to see Jac play,' Royals manager Matt Quatraro said. 'I mean, we are too. You know, it's very unprecedented to have a guy here as quickly after his draft class, to be up here and helping produce. But at the end of the day, we brought him up because we think he can be a contributor to a winning baseball team.' So much so that the Royals are willing to endure some growing pains for Caglianone in the field. He primarily played first base in college, but the Royals are content with Vinnie Pasquantino at first base and catcher Salvador Perez making the occasional spot start there. So, they have shifted Caglianone to the outfield — where they have struggled with production all season — so that they can get his prodigious power in their meek-hitting lineup. Not surprisingly, Caglianone spent extra time fielding balls in right field before batting practice Tuesday night. He missed at least one that appeared to get lost in the sun, but otherwise Caglianone looked like he had been fielding the position for years. Advertisement 'We thought he looked really good in the few attempts that he had so far. I think right now you watch him go after the ball, he's playing a little cautious, which is better than being overly aggressive,' Kansas City general manager J.J. Picollo said. 'But there's a confidence about him that good players have, and with him, it's a blend of confidence and ability, which is good to see.' The Royals could use that jolt of confidence, having lost four of their last five series. And they could use a jolt at the plate where, despite hitting better of late, they still began Tuesday night last in the majors in homers and fourth-worst in runs scored. Caglianone seems unperturbed by the massive expectations that surround him, though. He nonchalantly answered a wide range of questions before his home debut, ranging from the excessive celebrations seen lately in the college game — 'Do whatever you want. Have fun with it,' he said — to what nickname he would prefer Royals fans adopt for him. 'I mean, I'm simple. I like Cags,' he said. Advertisement As for that trip to the card shop, Caglianone said he fared well. He was hunting for his new teammates and found a Cole Ragans card from the All-Star game, a Michael Massey rookie and, of course, cards of Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. Did he manage to pull his own rookie card? 'Did not,' he said, smiling. 'No.' ___ AP MLB:
