Aaron Judge and Austin Wells power the Yankees to a 10-2 rout of the Royals on June 11, 2025. See how the duo combined for 3 HRs and 9 RBIs in the win.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just when you think this Yankees offense can't get any more intimidating, they hang a 10-spot on the Kansas City Royals. Wednesday night was a pure display of power, a 10-2 drubbing led by the unstoppable force of Aaron Judge and a breakout performance from Austin Wells, who single-handedly drove in half the team's runs. It was a statement win that had the Bronx buzzing and the rest of the league on notice.
Austin Wells had a breakout game on June 11, 2025, driving in five runs including a crucial three-run homer.
It was the Aaron Judge and Austin Wells show at the stadium tonight. The Captain continued his MVP-caliber season, going 3-for-4 with two towering two-run homers. One of them was an absolute moonshot, a 469-foot blast that left no doubt the second it left the bat. But the story of the night might just belong to Austin Wells. The young catcher had a career night, driving in a whopping five runs, punctuated by a three-run homer that blew the game wide open. It was the kind of performance that manager Aaron Boone loves to see, as he praised the team's relentless offensive approach after the game. With 16 hits in total, this was a top-to-bottom beatdown.
While the bats were booming, Max Fried was dealing. The Yankees' ace was his typical efficient self, cruising through seven strong innings to earn his ninth win of the season. He allowed just two runs, keeping the Royals' offense completely in check and allowing the Yankee hitters to relax and swing freely. It's easy to get lost in the offensive fireworks, but victories like this are built on stellar starting pitching, and Fried provided the perfect foundation.
As if a 10-2 win wasn't enough good news for one night, the vibes got even better down on the farm. In his first rehab game with Double-A Somerset, Giancarlo Stanton looked like he hadn't missed a beat. He wasted no time getting back to work, lacing a pair of singles and collecting three RBIs. It's a fantastic sign for his recovery and signals that the Yankees' lineup could be adding another massive power bat very, very soon. Imagine this offense with a healthy Stanton back in the mix. Scary.
Austin Wells' breakout night is a perfect example of what the Yankees hope to see from their farm system. A recent deep dive into the prospect pipeline highlighted the talent bubbling just below the surface, and tonight, Wells put that potential on full display. Fans have been waiting for consistent impact from homegrown players, and with guys like Anthony Volpe already established and Wells now showing his offensive ceiling, the future looks bright. It proves the system is capable of producing key contributors for a championship-contending team.
This was more than just one win in June. It was a complete team effort that showcased every facet of what makes this Yankees team so dangerous: elite starting pitching, relentless offense, and the looming threat of even more firepower on the way. As they look to take the series from the Royals, the message is clear. The Yankees are rolling, the kids are contributing, and the Bronx Bombers are looking every bit the part of a World Series favorite.
