Yankees Edge Royals 3-2 in ALDS Game 3

Giancarlo Stanton's dramatic 417-foot home run in the eighth inning led the New York Yankees to a 3-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals in Game 3 of the AL Division Series, pushing the Royals to the brink of playoff elimination. Despite struggling with walks, Royals pitchers managed to contain the Yankees until Stanton's late-game heroics. Stanton's performance included three hits, two RBIs, and marked his first stolen base in four years, showcasing his postseason prowess with a .964 OPS in 30 playoff games. As the Royals prepare for Game 4, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. expressed optimism about the team's potential for a comeback. Meanwhile, Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised Stanton's clutch performance, emphasizing the necessity of closing out the series in Game 4. The Royals face a must-win situation as they aim to extend their postseason run.