Royals Defeat Angels 3-0 Behind Lorenzen's Strong Start

Michael Lorenzen delivered an impressive performance, pitching seven scoreless innings as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Los Angeles Angels 3-0. Despite a challenging start, where he needed 55 pitches to navigate the first three innings, Lorenzen settled down to allow only four hits while striking out five. The Royals capitalized on their chances, scoring two runs in the second inning from Kyle Isbel’s double and adding another run from MJ Melendez’s sixth-inning home run. This victory marks the Royals' sixth win in seven games, keeping them tied for the second Wild Card spot. Bobby Witt Jr. contributed significantly, extending his hitting streak to 10 games and reaching his 200th career extra-base hit. As they face a demanding upcoming schedule against playoff-bound teams, the Royals are positioning themselves for a strong push toward the postseason.