
The New York Yankees secured their spot in the American League Championship Series with a 3-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Gerrit Cole delivered a stellar performance, allowing only one run over seven innings, supported by a dominant bullpen that extended their scoreless streak to 15 2/3 innings this postseason.
Key offensive contributions came from Juan Soto, Gleyber Torres, and Giancarlo Stanton, who each drove in runs for the Yankees. The team's road victory marked their fourth ALCS appearance in eight years, showcasing their strength away from home with 50 wins in the regular season.