The Royals trailed 1-0 in the 8th vs. Marlins. Here's how they rallied.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals looked lifeless for the majority of Wednesday’s matinee game against the Miami Marlins.
There wasn’t any offensive energy. The same problems that had plagued them all month continued to be a hindrance.
In short, the Royals needed a bit of Kauffman Stadium magic ... and got it in a 5-1 comeback victory.
The Royals scored three runs against the Marlins’ bullpen in the eighth inning. They registered five hits against Marlins reliever Huascar Brazoban in the frame.
Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. ignited the offense with a two-out triple. Next, first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino tied the game with a RBI single.
Royals captain Salvador Perez recorded an RBI double. Infielder Nick Loftin followed with an RBI single. Finally, with the bases loaded, catcher Freddy Fermin singled to drive in two more.
The eighth-inning blitz had the Marlins reeling. Despite trailing 1-0 early, the Royals found a way to pull out a crucial home victory.
KC improved to 44-38 and earned a series victory in the process.
Here are more notable aspects of Wednesday’s game:
Brady Singer produces quality start
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