VIDEO: Gleyber Torres Hits Three-Run Shot to Cut Into Royals Lead
By Parker White
Yes, New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres can hit home runs off teams other than the Baltimore Orioles. In Sunday's series finale against the Kansas City Royals, Torres cut into the deficit in a big way with a three-run shot to center field. Take a look at this blast:
And just like that, the Yankees are back in it! Gleyber Torres crushes his 13th home run of the season. #YANKSonYES pic.twitter.com/ImaBLR2ugJ
— YES Network (@YESNetwork) May 26, 2019
Torres' tater was his 13th homer of the season, which is tied for fourth-most in the American League. The kid is becoming a superstar before our own eyes.
Most 3-Run HR in MLB Since 2018:
— Katie Sharp (@ktsharp) May 26, 2019
Jesus Aguilar 10
Gleyber Torres 9
J.D. Martinez 9
New York is going to need more than Torres' homer, as starter Domingo German was shelled for seven runs in his five innings of work. However, his long ball is a nice start to a potential Yankees comeback.