Austin Wells' go-ahead three-run homer in the seventh inning and an RBI double in the eighth propelled the New York Yankees to a 10-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Monday night, extending their lead in the AL East. The win pushed the Yankees' record to 83-61, surpassing last season's win total and putting them 1 1/2 games ahead of the Orioles.
Wells' clutch hitting was a highlight of the game, with his seventh homer in the last 37 games and sixth as the Yankees' cleanup hitter. The rookie catcher tied a career high with four RBIs, showcasing his impressive performance since the All-Star break with a .301 batting average in his last 37 games.
