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Yankees' starters each record two hits in rout

PUBLISHED May 26, 2026, 11:32 PM ET

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KANSAS CITY — The New York Yankees defeated the Kansas City Royals 15-1 at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday, producing a multi-homer, high-hit offensive performance in which every member of the Yankees' starting lineup recorded at least two hits. The game featured six home runs and an early offensive surge that chased Royals opener Bailey Falter. The victory gave New York its third straight win and extended its head-to-head streak over Kansas City to 13 consecutive games dating to the 2024 ALDS. The Royals' bullpen allowed multiple early runs and used position player pitching in the ninth; the Yankees are scheduled to start Gerrit Cole in Wednesday's series finale, while the Royals face mounting homestand losses and roster availability questions.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2024 ALDS: Yankees beat Royals in postseason meeting, starting head-to-head dominance.
Early April 2026: Royals placed two starters on injured list, increasing bullpen usage.
Tuesday night game: Yankees routed Royals 15-1 at Kauffman Stadium with multiple homers.
Postgame: Every Yankees starter had at least two hits for the first time in franchise history.
Wednesday: Yankees scheduled Gerrit Cole to start the series finale; Royals continued homestand struggles.

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The Yankees' winning streak could mean a boost in morale and community spirit for New York fans. If you're a Royals fan, it's a tough time, but remember, every team has its ups and downs. Today might be a good day to show your support by wearing your team's colors.

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Who Benefited

The New York Yankees benefited from an overpowering offensive performance—recording a 15-1 victory, historic multi-hit contributions from every starter, improved team momentum, and a dominant series position heading into Gerrit Cole's scheduled start.

Who Impacted

The Kansas City Royals suffered a 15-1 loss with multiple pitchers yielding early runs, extended their losing sequence to the Yankees to 13 straight games, and recorded further homestand setbacks contributing to a 22-33 team record.

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