Royals Offense Shines 
Wow, what a performance by our boys today! Right from the get-go, the Royals came out swinging. The first inning was electric when Vinnie Pasquantino hit that 394-foot bomb to right field, bringing home Jonathan India and Bobby Witt Jr. to take an early 3-0 lead. That set the tone for the rest of the game! The highlight of the second inning was another string of hits that increased our lead, including an RBI single by Bobby Witt Jr. and another clutch hit by Vinnie Pasquantino. Our offense was relentless, racking up nine runs over the first five innings. And Mark Canha? His solo homer in the fifth inning was just icing on the cake! Strong Defense and Pitching 
Our pitching and defense also deserve a standing ovation. After a somewhat shaky start, the Royals kept the Diamondbacks mostly in check, only allowing a few isolated scores. Daniel Lynch IV and the bullpen did a fantastic job of shutting down any potential rallies. We saw great plays fielded by our infield that really stifled the Diamondbacks' momentum. The double play in the third inning was a perfect example of that stellar defense we expect from the boys in blue.Conclusion: A Statement Win! 
Today's 9-3 victory over Arizona's Diamondbacks is a testament to the talent and determination of our team. Vinnie Pasquantino's two homers were unquestionably the standout moments of a game filled with highlights. Let's carry this momentum forward, Royals fans. This team is just getting started, and there are bigger wins on the horizon. Go Royals! 
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Scoreboard for Royals @ Diamondbacks (July 5th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
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| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 1 |
| 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 0 |