Tigers Take the Victory in a Tough Battle for the Royals
Despite a valiant effort, our Kansas City Royals fell short against the Detroit Tigers, losing 7-5. It was a rollercoaster of a game with ups and downs, but there were certainly some positive takeaways!
️Bright Spots for the Royals
Bobby Witt Jr. gave us something to cheer about early with a majestic 442-foot homer to left center in the bottom of the first inning. Not only did it cut the Tigers' early lead, but it also set the tone for a potential comeback. Later in the game, Drew Waters hit a crucial single in the third inning that drove in two runs, bringing the Royals closer. Maikel Garcia's triple in the 7th inning, followed by a sacrifice fly by Mark Canha, edged us closer to the Tigers, exemplifying resilience and teamwork.
Fighting Spirit
Our boys showed incredible heart, especially in the third inning when the bases were loaded with just one out. Drew Waters' clutch single gave us the momentum we needed to get back in the game, scoring Vinnie Pasquantino and Salvador Perez. Though we fell shy of turning more opportunities into runs, the effort was clear! In the 9th, even when the odds were against us, Waters drove in Garcia for one last run, showing the never-give-up attitude we love to see.
Onward and Upward!
While it was a tough loss, our Kansas City Royals demonstrated grit and determination throughout. As we look forward to our next games, there’s so much potential just waiting to be unleashed. So, let's keep our spirits high and continue to support our boys. Let's go, Royals, and let's get 'em next time!
Scoreboard for Tigers @ Royals (May 31st, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 1 |
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0 |