Royals lose fifth straight, 4-2 in New York
Royals Review • • sports
Key Points:
- The Royals have lost five consecutive games, all decided in the seventh inning or later, with a different reliever blowing the lead in each loss, including Alex Lange in the most recent game.
- Matt Strahm has only pitched once this week, potentially forcing other bullpen pitchers into unfamiliar roles or higher-leverage situations, which may be contributing to the team's struggles.
- Michael Wacha delivered a strong performance, pitching six innings with two runs allowed, six strikeouts, and raising his ERA to an impressive 1.00.
- Offensive highlights included Vinnie Pasquantino’s second consecutive game with a home run and Carter Jensen’s two walks under pressure in Yankee Stadium.
- The Royals will attempt to end their losing streak in the next game, with Noah Cameron starting against Will Warren in an East Coast afternoon matchup at 12:35 p.m. Kauffman time.
