Already through just one month of the 1998 season, one began to feel that something special was brewing with this edition of the Yankees. Slow start aside, New York was on the cusp of its 20th win before the midway point of the first week in May. The offense was scoring at a near historic rate, covering up some of the weak spots that existed on the pitching staff. However, on this day both units brought their A-games, completing a sweep of the Royals in dominant fashion.
May 3: Yankees 10, Royals 1 (box score)
Record: 20-6, .