mlb Game Recap
Minnesota Downed 6-1 By Kansas City - Michael Pineda Takes Loss
Kansas City grabbed a 6-1 win over Minnesota on Sunday, as Homer Bailey was credited with a win at Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Royals were rewarded as +134 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 10.5.
Kansas City got 5.1 innings from Homer Bailey, who gave up 1 earned runs on 5 hits, while striking out 5. Homer Bailey earned the victory, while the Royals got 3 RBIs from Hunter Dozier in the win.
Minnesota's starting pitcher Michael Pineda worked 5 innings, giving up 8 hits and 5 earned runs while striking out 5 in the loss. They got 4 hits from Luis Arraez in a losing cause.
Kansas City outhit their counterparts 11-9 in the game.
Kevin McCarthy pitched the final 2.1 innings for the save. He struck out 2 and allowed 2 hits in his outing.
Kansas City heads into a battle against Cleveland. Minnesota, meanwhile, will have their next action against Tampa Bay.