Here are some key takeaways from a much-needed series win for the New York Yankees over the Kansas City Royals.

This series in New York was supposed to be a thrilling reunion. But the Yankees no longer have superstar Juan Soto, who bolted across town to the New York Mets. The Royals, meanwhile, added infielder Jonathan India to lead off their batting order.

The Yankees have undoubtedly had the Royals' number for a long time now. In their last 162 games against the Royals, the Yankees have put together an incredible 117-45 record. In addition, as one Reddit user pointed out, the Royals have not won two straight games against the Yankees since all the way back in 2014.