Royals Narrow AL Central Gap with Series Win Over Guardians

Kansas City takes three out of four games, led by Lugo's dominant pitching and strong offensive support.

The Royals improved to 47-39, closing the gap to seven games behind the Guardians in the AL Central.
Seth Lugo pitched six scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts, earning his MLB-leading 11th victory.
Vinnie Pasquantino extended his home RBI streak to nine games, contributing significantly to the Royals' offense.
Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez provided key hits, including a two-run homer from Perez.
The Royals prepare for a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays starting Tuesday.