Royals Defeat Astros 7-5 with Early Home Runs

The Kansas City Royals secured a 7-5 victory over the Houston Astros, fueled by a strong early offensive surge and solid pitching from Michael Wacha, who held a shutout into the seventh inning. Michael Massey sparked the Royals' offense with a home run and key defensive plays, while Jonathan India and Bobby Witt Jr. contributed multiple hits and runs, helping the Royals build a commanding 7-0 lead early in the game. Despite the Astros' efforts, including two hits each from Jeremy Pena and Jose Altuve, they could not overcome the early deficit. The Royals have been performing well overall, with a strong pitching staff compensating for a comparatively weaker offense, ranking near the bottom in runs and OPS in the majors. Houston's rookie pitcher Ryan Gusto showed promise but ultimately struggled to contain the Royals' offense. This game highlighted the Royals' ability to capitalize on early scoring opportunities and maintain momentum against a competitive Astros team.