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Thanks to outstanding efforts by Nelson Velázquez and Salvador Perez, the Kansas City Royals defeated the Minnesota Twins 6-1 to end a three-game losing run.

Velázquez’s two home runs and Perez’s solo blast, which carried the Royals to victory and showcased their offensive ability against Twins starter Bailey Ober, were the highlights of the triumph.

Some Key highlights from the game:

1. Nelson Velázquez’s Impact:

Velázquez hit two crucial home runs during the game. His first homer came in the Royals’ four-run third inning, significantly contributing to Kansas City’s comeback after Minnesota’s early 1-0 lead.
In the third inning, Velázquez’s two-run shot to center followed Salvador Perez’s double, giving the Royals a 4-1 lead.
Velázquez’s second homer came in the fifth inning, marking his seventh homer of the season and extending the Royals’ lead to 6-1.

2. Salvador Perez’s contribution:

Perez, the Royals’ leading home run hitter, continued his impressive season by hitting his tenth home run. His contributions were crucial in both driving in runs and setting the stage for Velázquez’s subsequent homer.
In the third inning, Perez’s double to left drove in the go-ahead run, showcasing his ability to deliver in clutch moments.

3. Seth Lugo’s Stellar Performance:

Seth Lugo (9-1) proved to be a formidable pitcher on the mound, giving up only one run in six innings while striking out six batters. With this triumph, he has now won four straight, demonstrating his effectiveness and consistency.
Highlighting his incredible season, Lugo’s ERA fell to an MLB-best 1.72, the lowest by a Royals pitcher in 12 starts in team history.

4. Royals’ Offensive Strategy:

The starting lineup for the Royals against Bailey Ober showed a disciplined and successful strategy. The team’s ability to capitalize on crucial pitches and execute disciplined at-bats were major factors in their offensive success, according to manager Matt Quatraro.
The Royals took a decisive lead early in the game by hitting the ball out of the park and scoring quick runs.

5. Bailey Ober’s Struggles:

For the second time this season, Twins pitcher Bailey Ober (5-3) labored in five innings against Kansas City, giving up six runs on nine hits. In his season-opening start against the Royals on March 31, Ober let up three home runs as well, suggesting a pattern of trouble with this offense.

Statistical Breakdown:

Player	HR	RBI	Runs	Hits
Nelson Velázquez	2	3	2	2
Salvador Perez	1	2	2	2
Seth Lugo (Pitcher)	W (9-1)	1 ER	6 Hits	6 IP

Pitchers’ Performances:

Pitcher	IP	H	R	ER	BB	SO	ERA
Seth Lugo (KC)	6	6	1	1	2	7	1.72
Bailey Ober (MIN)	5	9	6	6	1	5	4.39

Upcoming Matchups:

Kansas City Royals:
- Pitcher: Brady Singer (4-2, 2.70 ERA)
- Details: Singer has been impressive, allowing just one earned run in each of his last two starts.
Minnesota Twins:
- Pitcher: Chris Paddack (4-2, 4.39 ERA)
- Details: Paddack earned no-decisions in his previous two outings and will look to rebound against the Royals.

Final Thought

After going without a game for three, the Royals’ win gave them much-needed confidence and demonstrated their offensive capabilities.

Together, Velázquez and Perez contributed three home runs and five of the team’s six runs scored, playing crucial roles.

Kansas City won handily thanks to Seth Lugo’s strong presence on the mound, which prevented the Twins’ offense from getting too much going forward.

This game served as a reminder of the value of smart hitting, strong pitching, and seizing opportunities—three things the Royals will need to continue doing as the season progresses.

*This Article was edited by Anmol, author @09sports.com

Source – ESPN