Seth Lugo Leads Royals to 5-0 Victory

Seth Lugo delivered a dominant performance for the Kansas City Royals, striking out 10 batters over seven innings and leading his team to a 5-0 shutout victory against the New York Yankees. Lugo, who improved his record to 16-8, allowed only three singles and retired 17 straight batters at one point, showcasing his command with 77 of 105 pitches thrown for strikes. The Royals' win snapped a six-game road losing streak and marked their ninth shutout of the season. Key contributors for Kansas City included Salvador Perez, who recorded two RBIs, and Tommy Pham, who hit a solo home run. The Yankees, despite fielding a strong lineup, struggled offensively, with Aaron Judge and Juan Soto combining for an 0-for-8 night. This defeat puts the Yankees' lead in the AL East at risk as they face competition from the Baltimore Orioles.