INSIDE THE MATCHUPS

YANKEES: Cole picked up the win in his last start, allowing two runs on four hits over eight innings in the Yankees’ 3-2 win over the Blue Jays. He struck out four, walked one and allowed two home runs. Cole is 3-1 with a 2.81 ERA, 32 strikeouts over his past five starts.

ROYALS: Singer has not won since June 1, going 0-1 with a 3.68 ERA. He took a no-decision on Wednesday, allowing one run on four hits over three innings in Kansas City’s 6-5 loss to the Tigers.