Pirates Pummelled by Royals, Ending 4-Game Winning Streak
What Happened?
On Thursday, the Pittsburgh Pirates were defeated by the Kansas City Royals, 6-2, at Kauffman Stadium, halting their four-game winning streak. Starting pitcher JT Brubaker struggled for the Pirates, allowing five runs on nine hits in 4 1/3 innings. The Royals' offense was led by Salvador Perez, who went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs.
Why it Matters
The loss drops the Pirates to 19-31 on the season, while the Royals improve to 21-30. The Pirates had won four straight games entering the series against the Royals, but they were unable to continue their momentum in Kansas City. The Royals, meanwhile, have won two straight games and are now 6-4 in their last 10.
What's Next?
The Pirates will face the Royals again on Friday in the second game of their three-game series. Mitch Keller will start for the Pirates, while Brady Singer will take the mound for the Royals. The Royals will look to continue their winning ways, while the Pirates will try to get back on track and start a new winning streak.
Conclusion
The Pirates' four-game winning streak came to an end on Thursday with a 6-2 loss to the Royals. JT Brubaker struggled on the mound, and the Royals' offense was led by Salvador Perez. The Pirates will look to bounce back on Friday in the second game of their series against the Royals.
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