The Royals have advanced to the American League Divisional Series against the Yankees, by virtue of their two-game sweep over the Orioles. The quick series will allow the Royals to get some rest with two days off before they begin the series on Saturday in Yankee Stadium.
The team announced that Michael Wacha will start the opener against the Yankees, with Cole Ragans scheduled to go in Game 2. Ragans exited Game 1 of the Wild Card series against the Orioles after six innings and 80 pitches due to leg cramps. Wacha was scheduled to start Game 3 against the Orioles, but that game was not necessary after the Royals won the first two games.