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Wacha’s Near No-Hitter, Pasquantino’s RBI Secure Royals’ 1-0 Win over Tigers

Michael Wacha scattered one walk and six strikeouts over seven dominant innings

May 31, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) and center fielder Daulton Varsho (5) celebrate scoring runs against the Athletics during the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
May 31, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras (40) celebrates with his teammates after the Cardinals defeat the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
May 31, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (27) watches his RBI double against the Cincinnati Reds during the eighth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
May 31, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jorge Mateo (3) steals second past Chicago White Sox shortstop Chase Meidroth (10) during the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Michael Wacha carried a no-hit bid into the seventh before Colt Keith’s single up the middle ended the bid.
  • The veteran right-hander finished with seven scoreless innings, one walk and six strikeouts without allowing a runner to reach second base.
  • Tigers ace Tarik Skubal matched Wacha with seven scoreless frames and seven strikeouts for Detroit.
  • Nick Loftin made a diving catch in the seventh and later doubled to the left-field wall, positioning the go-ahead run.
  • Vinnie Pasquantino delivered the lone run with an eighth-inning RBI single off Beau Brieske.