The Kansas City Royals defeated the Baltimore Orioles 9-4 on Friday, April 19.

The Kansas City offense was powered by MJ Melendez and Vinnie Pasquantino, who both homered. Melendez had four RBI in the game.

Alec Marsh pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings, with six strikeouts. The Royals gave up a grand slam to Adley Rutschman in the seventh, but that was all Baltimore could do.

The Royals improve to 13-7, and remain a game back from the Guardians for the AL Central lead.

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The Royals will continue its series with Baltimore on Saturday, April 20. First pitch is at 6:10 p.m.