Giants Sweep Royals with 9-0 Victory

The San Francisco Giants completed a three-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals, winning 2-1 and 9-0 in the series. In the first game, Mason Black earned his first major league win, pitching 5 2/3 scoreless innings while Heliot Ramos contributed with three hits, including an RBI single. The second game showcased LaMonte Wade Jr. and Matt Chapman, both hitting home runs as the Giants achieved back-to-back shutouts for the first time since July. The Royals, now on a five-game losing streak, dropped to fourth in the AL wild card race, struggling to capitalize on scoring opportunities, going 0 for 6 with runners in scoring position in the first game. The Giants demonstrated a strong finish to their season, outscoring opponents 31-9 during their last road trip, while Blake Snell's impressive performance in the final game solidified his season's turnaround. With these victories, the Giants showcased their potential despite being eliminated from postseason contention.