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The New York Yankees dismantled the Kansas City Royals 15–1 on May 26 at Kauffman Stadium, showcasing offensive dominance that far exceeded expectations. The Yankees' lineup produced 24 hits and six home runs while driving in all 15 runs, posting a .770 OPS against Kansas City's pitching staff, which surrendered 15 earned runs with a bloated 4.39 ERA. New York's pitching was equally stingy, allowing just six hits and one earned run while striking out five batters. The Royals managed only six hits and one run despite drawing a walk, finishing with a paltry .688 OPS that underscored their offensive struggles. This lopsided result represents a complete breakdown for Kansas City's pitching rotation and a statement win for the Yankees' potent lineup, which struck out just five times while drawing five walks. The 14-run margin of victory signals a significant talent disparity and suggests the Yankees' run differential will improve substantially heading into their next series.