mlb Game Recap
Washington Downed 3-2 By Kansas City - Takes Loss
MacKenzie Gore struck out 11 Kansas City batters, but it wasn't enough as the Royals defeated Washington 3-2 in MLB action Sunday.
Bettors who backed the Royals were rewarded as -115 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.
Kansas City got 1 innings from Aroldis Chapman, who gave up 0 earned runs on 2 hits, while striking out 1. Scott Barlow earned the victory, while the Royals got 1 RBIs from Edward Olivares in the win.
Washington's starting pitcher Chad Kuhl worked 1.2 innings, giving up 3 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Michael Chavis in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Washington as they had 6 hits, while Kansas City only had 8.
Kansas City looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against St. Louis. Washington will aim to get back on the winning track at Los Angeles.