Stephen Kolek’s Complete-Game Shutout Ends Royals’ 4-Game Skid

Stephen Kolek’s complete-game shutout and Carter Jensen’s two RBI’s powered the Kansas City Royals to a 5-0 win over the Seattle Mariners, ending their four-game losing streak.  Kolek (3-0) allowed a walk, four hits and struck out two. He only needed 108 pitches to go all nine innings in a game that lasted only 2:06. … Read more

4 Takeaways from Italy’s Stunning World Baseball Classic Upset Over Team USA

Daikin Park (Houston) — In the fourth inning of Italy’s 8-6 stunner over Team USA, Jac Caglianone hit the Azzurri’s third home run of the game. Returning to the dugout, he put on the Armani jacket waiting for him, downed a shot of espresso and received the due baci greeting from Vinnie Pasquantino, who placed … Read more