Kansas City Royals Beat Atlanta Braves 9-6 in World Series Game 2

The Kansas City Royals defeated the Atlanta Braves 9-6, powered by Kyle Isbel's three-run double and Vinnie Pasquantino's home run, who also had three hits and two RBIs. Seth Lugo earned the win, marking his first start since signing a $46 million, two-year contract extension for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. Bobby Witt Jr. contributed two RBIs, and Jonathan India added a two-run double for Kansas City. For Atlanta, Marcell Ozuna homered and drove in three runs, with Austin Riley also hitting a home run. Braves right-hander Erick Fedde struggled in his debut, falling behind 4-0 after two innings. Star player Ronald Acuña Jr. exited the game with right Achilles tendon tightness and was placed on the 10-day injured list.