In a decisive match on April 18, 2026, the New York Yankees overwhelmed the Kansas City Royals with a score of 13-4 at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, New York. The Yankees showcased their power, hitting four home runs, including two from Cody Bellinger, who was a free agent prior to the season. The Royals, on the other hand, continued their struggle, marking their seventh consecutive loss. They managed to score only two runs, both coming late in the game from home runs by Carter Jensen and a two-RBI double by Massey in the ninth inning. The Royals' offensive woes were evident as they struck out 12 times, with five of those being looking strikes. Manager Matt Quatraro was ejected early in the game after arguing a potential balk call, a decision that seemed to foreshadow the team's struggles. Noah Cameron's performance on the mound was particularly concerning, as he faced difficulties against the Yankees, raising questions about his future matchups against them. The Royals will look to regroup as they prepare to face a left-handed pitcher in their next game.