Overview

• The Kansas City Royals secured their eighth consecutive win, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 7-4 in an 11-inning game.
• Nelson Velázquez played a crucial role, hitting a home run and an RBI double to drive in key runs.
• The Royals' bullpen held strong, with Nick Anderson earning his first save of the season.
• Kansas City's Kyle Isbel exited the game with facial injuries after being hit by a pitch.
• The Royals aim for a third consecutive series sweep with Michael Wacha set to start the next game.