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The New York Yankees dominated the Kansas City Royals 13–4 on April 18 at Yankee Stadium, showcasing offensive firepower and pitching control that far exceeded expectations for a game with a Vegas total line of just 1. The Yankees' lineup delivered 11 hits and four home runs while driving in all 13 runs, with their pitching staff striking out 12 batters against only one walk allowed and limiting Kansas City to seven hits. The Royals managed just seven hits and one home run, struck out 12 times, and committed three walks against their pitchers, who surrendered 11 earned runs and posted a 4.47 ERA. New York's defense was flawless with no errors, while Kansas City's pitching staff walked seven Yankees in a performance that underscored the visitors' inability to contain the home team's aggressive approach at the plate. The Yankees' .722 OPS and four-homer display contrasted sharply with the Royals' .640 OPS and anemic offensive output, signaling early-season momentum for New York's rotation heading into the next matchup.