Overview

• Kikuchi allowed one hit with six strikeouts over five innings before leaving pre-sixth with a left forearm cramp.
• Kansas City mustered two hits and committed three errors, including a Stephen Kolek throw that allowed a run to score.
• Taylor Ward launched his 36th homer and is among three MLB players this season with at least 35 home runs, 100 RBIs, and 30 doubles.
• The Royals cut the deficit to one in the seventh on a pinch-hit sequence involving Carter Jensen, with reports differing on whether he delivered the RBI or crossed the plate.
• Jansen struck out two in a perfect ninth for his 28th save of the season and 475th of his career, securing a win that staved off a sweep.