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Royals' Vinnie Pasquantino and Yankees Set for Bronx Showdown

As the Kansas City Royals gear up to face the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, all eyes will be on Vinnie Pasquantino, the Royals' standout first baseman. With a recent surge in performance, Pasquantino is poised to make a significant impact in this upcoming clash.


Oct 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals outfielder Tommy Pham (22) catches a fly-ball during the ninth inning against the New York Yankees during game four of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Royals' Key Players to Watch


Vinnie Pasquantino has been a beacon of consistency for the Royals. In their recent game against the Cleveland Guardians on April 12th, he delivered an impressive performance with a batting average of .750, hitting one home run and driving in one run. Over the last three games, his overall batting average stands at .361 with an OPS of 1.11, making him a formidable force at the plate.


Another player to watch is Bobby Witt Jr., who plays shortstop for the Royals. Witt has shown flashes of brilliance, particularly in their April 14th game against the Yankees where he had a batting average of .500 and an OPS of 1.75. His fielding percentage remains perfect over these games, highlighting his dual-threat capability both offensively and defensively.


Oct 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) hits an RBI double during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees during game four of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

On the pitching front, Cole Ragans has been solid for Kansas City. He recorded an ERA of 1.174 and WHIP of 0.5217 during his outing against Cleveland on April 13th, securing a win for his team with his precise pitching.


Yankees' Standout Performers


The Yankees are not short on talent either. Aaron Judge continues to be a key player for New York with consistent performances across their recent games. In their match against Kansas City on April 14th, Judge maintained a batting average of .500 with an OPS of 1.0 over four at-bats.


Oct 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Sam Long (73) throws during the eighth inning against the New York Yankees during game four of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Paul Goldschmidt also stands out as a crucial player for the Yankees with his reliable hitting prowess. He managed to achieve a batting average of .333 and drove in two runs in their game against San Francisco on April 12th.


In terms of pitching, Carlos Carrasco's contribution cannot be overlooked as he boasts an ERA of 1.8 from his latest performance against Kansas City on April 14th.


As fans eagerly await this matchup between two talented teams, it promises to be an exciting encounter filled with strategic plays and remarkable individual performances.


Catch this thrilling game between the Royals and Yankees scheduled for April 15th at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, NY at 7:05 PM ET on YES Network. Don't miss out—share this article with fellow baseball enthusiasts!

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