mlb Game Recap
Carlos Estevez vs Jakob Junis Battle Sees Cleveland Fall 4-2
Cleveland struck out 10 times against Cole Ragans in losing 4-2 to Kansas City on Sunday at Progressive Field.
Bettors who backed the Royals were rewarded as -140 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 7.
Cole Ragans earned the victory for the Royals, throwing 7.2 innings of work, striking out 10, walking 0, and allowing 4 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Salvador Perez in the win.
Cleveland got a 1-inning outing from Jakob Junis in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 2 hits in his time on the mound, while Austin Hedges had 1 hits in the loss for the Guardians.
Kansas City enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 9-5 advantage in hits.
Carlos Estevez pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 3 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.
Kansas City looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against New York. Cleveland will aim to get back on the winning track at Baltimore.