On June 13, 2024, a key matchup is set to take place at Kauffman Stadium as the New York Yankees go head-to-head with the Kansas City Royals starting at 2:10 pm under clear skies.

Nestor Cortes will anchor the pitching for the Yankees, entering the game with a solid 3.682 ERA. Opposite him, Alec Marsh will take the mound for the Royals, carrying an ERA of 4.050.

In the 2024 AL East Division, the Yankees lead with a robust record of 48-21, translating to a .700 win percentage. They are evenly matched within their division at 8-8. Their performance in the last 10 games has been impressive, compiling eight wins and extending their current winning streak to three games. The team has demonstrated strength both at home (22-10) and on away grounds (26-11), with particularly strong showings in day games (17 wins) and even better performances at night (31 wins). They have managed to score 345 runs while allowing 223 runs.

Meanwhile, the Royals hold the fourth spot in the 2024 AL Central Division with a record of 39-29, which puts their win percentage at .574. They are second in their division with a 13-9 record against divisional rivals. However, their recent form has shown some challenges, with only four wins in their last 10 outings and currently on a three-game losing streak. At home, the Royals have performed well with a 24-13 record, though they struggle slightly on the road (15-16). They have secured 16 daytime wins compared to 23 in nighttime games, amassing a total of 332 runs while conceding 267 runs altogether.