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Jacob Lopez allowed three hits and struck out nine across six scoreless innings, and Max Muncy clubbed a two-run homer Saturday, as the visiting Athletics won 4-0 over the scuffling Kansas City Royals,

That’s because the Royals only had six baserunners all day. Four singles, a hit by pitch, and a walk. The Royals also struck out a dozen times. There’s just nothing good to report about this one. Maikel Garcia was 2-for-4 but couldn’t do everything himself.

Nothing came of the scoring chance. Pasquantino flew out to end the potential threat. The A’s (28-44) earned a 4-0 victory and a series win. The Royals have lost five straight games, all at home. It was the latest entry in the Royals’ 2025 story. The club has been haunted by missed opportunities and it’s affecting the entire lineup.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- — Jacob Lopez became the latest pitcher to shut down the Royals with six innings of three-hit ball, Max Muncy and Lawrence Butler hit homers, and the Athletics beat struggling Kansas City 4-0 on Saturday.

It’s Friday, June 13 and the Athletics (26-44) are in Kansas City to take on the Royals (34-35). Luis Severino is slated to take the mound for the Athletics against Michael Wacha for Kansas City.