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Royals Edge Red Sox in 12-Inning Thriller for Seventh Straight Win

Freddy Fermin’s walk-off RBI single lifted Kansas City to a 2-1 victory, continuing their dominant streak with 16 wins in 18 games.

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Royals outfielder Mark Canha makes a sliding catch during the third inning of a Friday, May 9, 2025 Major League Baseball game against the Boston Red Sox at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City.
Royals catcher Freddy Fermin celebrates after hitting a walk-off single during the 12th inning against the Boston Red Sox at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City on Friday, May 9, 2025.
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Overview

  • Freddy Fermin delivered a game-winning RBI single in the bottom of the 12th inning to secure the Royals' 2-1 victory over the Red Sox.
  • Kansas City starter Michael Lorenzen pitched seven shutout innings, allowing just three hits with seven strikeouts and no walks.
  • Boston rookie Hunter Dobbins impressed in his six-inning start, scattering five hits and keeping the Royals scoreless despite offensive struggles from his team.
  • Steven Cruz earned his first major league win by pitching a scoreless 12th inning, while Sean Newcombe took the loss in relief for Boston.
  • The Royals extended their winning streak to seven games and improved to 24–16 on the season, solidifying their status as one of MLB’s hottest teams.