Kansas City, Missouri – After a commanding road series win against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Kansas City Royals kicked off their home series against the Texas Rangers with an impressive 7-1 victory, highlighted by an explosive six-run seventh inning.
The Royals sealed their series victory in Toronto by showcasing stellar pitching and solid defense in the second and third games. This trend continued into the first game against the reigning World Series champions as Royals pitcher Brady Singer delivered an outstanding performance. Singer allowed only three hits in the first three innings, with the lone run scored off an RBI single by Corey Seager. However, Singer tightened his grip on the Rangers for the rest of his six innings on the mound, allowing just one more hit while throwing eight strikeouts on 105 pitches.
Despite Singer’s strong showing, the Royals’ offense struggled to provide support until the fifth inning when right fielder Hunter Renfroe smashed a home run to tie the game at 1-1. On the opposite end, Rangers pitcher Michael Lorenzen kept the Royals in check with nine groundouts before the home run, demonstrating a solid performance until he was replaced after the sixth inning.
The seventh inning saw both teams making crucial plays. The Royals capitalized on opportunities, with hits from MJ Melendez and Kyle Isbel breaking the tie, followed by singles from Maikel Garcia, Bobby Witt Jr., and Vinnie Pasquantino bringing in two more runs. The momentum continued for the Royals as first baseman Salvador Perez smashed a three-run homer off reliever José Ureña, solidifying their lead.
The rest of the game remained scoreless for both teams, with solid pitching from Royals relievers Angel Zerpa and xx securing the 7-1 victory. The Royals’ strong start at home sets an optimistic tone for the rest of the series against the Texas Rangers, showcasing their potential for success in the games to come.