The Kansas City Royals outscored the Chicago Cubs 4-2 Saturday.
Kris Bubic held the Cubs hitless for 6 innings before a 34-minute lightning delay.
Whit Merrifield scored on a wild pitch and on a double steal.
Emmanuel Rivera scored on a Nicky Lopez single. And Andrew Benintendi was ruled safe when the Cubs catcher blocked the plate.
The Royals go for the sweep of the Cubs this afternoon. Carlos Hernandez will be the starting pitcher for the Royals with the first pitch set for 1:20 pm. The game will be broadcast on KVOE 1400AM/96.9FM beginning at 12:30 pm.
