Bobby Witt Jr. sparks Royals' 3-2 comeback win against Blue Jays
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Wacha kept the Royals in striking distance on Tuesday. He allowed two runs despite issuing three walks in his start.
The Blue Jays pestered Wacha with soft contact. Wacha surrendered seven singles against the Blue Jays lineup. George Springer started the game with a leadoff single. He finished 3 for 5 on the night.
Turner added two hits on the ledger. However, Wacha was able to steady the ship. He threw 96 pitches and registered 40 swings and seven whiffs.
Up next on Royals' schedule
The Royals continue their four-game series against the Blue Jays on Wednesday night.
Alec Marsh is slated to make his fifth start opposite Blue Jays hurler Yariel Rodriguez at Kauffman Stadium. Rodriguez has a 2.35 ERA in two starts.
Marsh is 3-0 with a 3.22 ERA this season. In his last start, Marsh pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings against the Baltimore Orioles.
The Blue Jays have won eight of the last nine meetings against the Royals. First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. Central on Wednesday.
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