The Yankees have taken the first two games of their series against the Royals after collecting a 4-2 victory in the Bronx. Jasson Dominguez led the way at the plate after going three for three with a three-run double. New York has won three of its last four and remains the leader in the AL East. Michael Wacha was charged with the loss after allowing three runs on four hits and two walks. Kansas City has dropped four of its last five games.
The Cardinals had just six hits during a 2-0 loss to the Houston Astros at Busch Stadium. Erick Fedde was charged with his second loss after striking out five and allowing one run on six hits in six innings. St. Louis is fourth in the NL Central at 8-9. Steven Matz starts for the Cardinals against Houston this afternoon.
