The Oakland A’s outscored the Kansas City Royals 9-7 Saturday.
The A’s scored two runs in the 1st inning and never trailed the rest of the game.
Bobby Witt Jr hit a solo home run in the 3rd inning for the Royals’ first run.
Cam Gallagher drove in 2 runs with a double in the 4th inning and doubled to drive in a run in the 6th inning.
Michael A. Taylor hit a 3-run home run in the 8th inning to cut the deficit to 8-7.
Royals manager Mike Matheny said there were too many mistakes.
The Royals and A’s wrap up their 3 game series this afternoon. Brady Singer will be the starting pitcher for the Royals. First pitch is set for 1:10 pm. The game will be broadcast on KVOE 1400AM/96.9FM beginning at 12:30 pm.
