The Tampa Bay Rays outscored the Kansas City Royals 7-3 Friday night.
Tampa Bay scored 4 runs in the 4th inning to take the lead for good.
The Royals outhit the Rays 12-8.
But 8 walks by Royals pitching helped the Rays.
The Royals and Rays play again tonight. Brady Singer will be on the mound for the Royals. The first pitch is set for 6:10 pm. The game will be broadcast on KVOE 1400AM/96.9FM beginning at 5:30 pm.
The Royals Friday recalled Nick Pratto from Omaha and placed outfield Edward Olivares on the Injured list with a left quad strain.