MJ Melendez's Two-Run Homer Puts Royals Ahead 3-2 in Playoff Game Against Yankees

Oct 5, 2024, 11:35 PM

MJ Melendez hit a two-run homer to right field off Gerrit Cole, putting the Kansas City Royals back in the lead against the New York Yankees. The home run, which gave the Royals a 3-2 advantage, would have only been a home run at Yankee Stadium due to its short right field porch, according to Statcast. The game, part of the ALDS in the MLB playoffs, saw the Royals and Yankees exchanging leads, highlighting the competitive nature of the series.