NEW YORK — Matt Carpenter got a chance to play Sunday when Gleyber Torres came down with a stomach illness. Like he did when he arrived at the visitors clubhouse in Tampa after signing with the Yankees and was rushed into the lineup, the veteran infielder made the most of the opportunity. He had three hits, including two home runs, and drove in seven runs in the Yankees 18-4 blowout of the Cubs at the Stadium.
The Yankees (43-16) have won four straight and 11 of their last 12 games. It was the seventh time they have swept a series having already assured their 15th series win with Saturday night’s win. The Yankees maintain the best record in the major leagues.
The Bombers showed off their major-league leading offense Sunday. They scored a season-high 18 runs on a season-high 17 hits, including four home runs.
