TORONTO (AP) — Michael Massey hit a two-run home run, Cole Ragans struck out nine in a season-high 6 2/3 innings, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
Ragans was “electric” in improving to 2-0 in three career starts against Toronto, Royals manager Matt Quatraro said.
“He had the best stuff he’s had all year,” Quatraro said. “He was locating. Early in the game he got quick outs.”
Bobby Witt Jr. reached base three times and drove in a run as the Royals improved to 17-11 in April and 18-13 overall. It’s the most victories Kansas City has had in a month since going 17-9 in June 2017.
“We’re in a good spot but nobody goes to the playoffs in April,” Massey said. “We’ve got to keep going.”
Ragans (2-2) allowed one run and four hits. The left-hander left because of cramping in his left calf after walking consecutive batters.