Freddy Fermin hit a two-run homer and collected four hits in total, contributing significantly to the Kansas City Royals’ 10-3 victory over the White Sox. This win extended Chicago’s losing streak to a franchise-record 17 games. Vinnie Pasquantino also made an impact with a two-run shot and three RBIs, while Salvador Perez marked his 1,500th career game with three hits and two RBIs as the Royals secured their third consecutive win.
Bobby Witt Jr., the major league batting leader, extended his hitting streak to 13 games with two infield singles, raising his average to .349. The star shortstop also walked twice, scored three runs, and stole his 24th base. Andrew Benintendi chipped in with two RBIs and two hits for the struggling White Sox, who are currently enduring the longest losing streak since 2021 when Arizona dropped 17 straight games.
Brady Singer pitched a solid game for the Royals, allowing three runs on six hits over seven innings to earn his third consecutive win. The right-hander struck out four batters, walked none, and only faltered when Chicago scored three runs in the second inning. With this victory, Kansas City improved to 60-49, showcasing a remarkable 26-win improvement over the same period in 2023. The team currently holds an AL wild card spot as they continue their strong performance this season.
The Kansas City Royals are scheduled to travel to Detroit to commence a 4-game series against the Detroit Tigers. Seth Lugo, with a record of 12-5 and an ERA of 2.66, will be the starting pitcher for Kansas City, whereas the Tigers’ starting pitcher has not been announced yet. The first pitch is set for 5:40 p.m. at Comerica Park, with pregame coverage starting at 5:00 p.m. on SuperStar Country 102.5 & 1530 AM.
