The New York Yankees defeated the Kansas City Royals 13-4 at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, powered by a five-run third inning and starter Will Warren's career-high-tying 11 strikeouts over seven innings. Cody Bellinger homered twice and drove in five runs, while Royals manager Matt Quatraro was ejected in the first inning over a disputed balk call. Warren improved to 2-0 with a 2.49 ERA.
Will Warren delivered a strong performance for the Yankees, striking out 11 over seven innings while allowing two runs on five hits and no walks. He earned his second win of the season, tying his career high in strikeouts for the second time this year. Warren also picked off Kansas City's Bobby Witt Jr. at first base in the fourth inning. Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised Warren's four-seam fastball and changeup, noting his efficiency and growth as a pitcher. Catcher J.C. Escarra said, 'When he’s in the zone, he’s lights out.'
