Yankees crush Royals 10-2 on June 11 as Aaron Judge's 469-ft homer and Austin Wells' 5 RBIs lead the charge. See how the Bombers dominated in Kansas City.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It was a night of pure, unadulterated power in Kansas City. Aaron Judge sent a baseball into another zip code, Austin Wells played the hero with a five-RBI outburst, and the Yankees dismantled the Royals 10-2 in a game that felt more like a home run derby than a regular-season contest. From the first inning on, the Bronx Bombers put on a clinic, reminding everyone just how explosive this offense can be.
Aaron Judge has now reached base in 61 of 65 games this season, including every single road game.
The fireworks started early at Kauffman Stadium. In the very first inning, Aaron Judge did what he does best, launching a colossal 469-foot, two-run homer—his 24th of the year and the third-longest in all of baseball this season. The blast, which had even Patrick Mahomes and Reggie Jackson buzzing, set the tone for the evening. But the captain wasn't the only one doing damage. Catcher Austin Wells stepped up in a massive way, matching his career high with five RBIs. He blasted a three-run homer in the fourth and followed it up with a clutch two-run double in the sixth, an inning where the Yankees hung a five-spot to put the game on ice. Amidst the power surge, Cody Bellinger quietly reached a major milestone, recording his 1,000th career hit. All this run support was more than enough for Max Fried, who was brilliant over seven innings to improve to 9-1.
Just when you thought this lineup couldn't get any scarier, reinforcements are knocking at the door. Down in Double-A, Giancarlo Stanton continued his rehab assignment with a statement of his own, scorching a 110.6 mph RBI double for the Somerset Patriots. The Yankees are watching his progress closely, and a bat with that kind of exit velocity will be a welcome addition back to the heart of the order. His imminent return adds another layer of dread for opposing pitchers.
The good news extends all the way down to the farm system, which is looking healthier than it has in years. The latest prospect to turn heads is second baseman Roc Riggio, who is on an absolute tear since his promotion to Double-A. Riggio has clubbed four home runs in his first five games at the level, showcasing the kind of power and plate discipline that has scouts buzzing. While he still has areas to improve, his offensive profile suggests he could be competing for a spot in the Bronx as soon as next spring, proving the Yankees' talent pipeline is alive and well.
With the big-league club firing on all cylinders, a superstar slugger nearing his return, and a new wave of talent rising through the minors, it's an incredible time to be a Yankees fan. Wednesday's dominant win wasn't just another victory; it was a comprehensive display of the organization's strength from top to bottom. As the team continues its road trip, the message is clear: the Yankees are built to win now, and for a long time to come.
