José Ramírez leads Guardians to 11-1 victory over Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:53 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Kansas City Royals 11-1 on Sunday, behind a four-RBI performance from José Ramírez. Ramírez hit his 1,000th career single and a two-run home run, becoming the 11th player in team history to reach the single-hit milestone. Starting pitcher Parker Messick allowed one run on five hits over six innings to earn his 11th win of the season. The Guardians, currently holding the third American League wild card spot, avoided a series sweep with the win. Salvador Perez drove in the lone run for the Royals, who entered the contest having won 12 of their previous 13 games. Cleveland begins a series against the Blue Jays on Tuesday, while Kansas City moves on to face the Marlins.
- •José Ramírez recorded his 1,000th career single and a two-run home run.
- •Parker Messick struck out five batters over six innings of work.
- •The Guardians reached a 69-68 record to maintain their wild card standing.
- •Kansas City starter Seth Lugo allowed nine runs in 3 2/3 innings.
- 8:53 PMYahoo Sports — José Ramírez hits home run and 1,000th career single to help Guardians route Royals 11-1
"José Ramírez homered, hit his 1,000th career single and drove in four while Parker Messick struck out five and gave up one run in six innings to lead the Cleveland Guardians past the Kansas City Royals 11-1 on Sunday. Cleveland (69-68) holds the third American League wild card. Ramírez's RBI single in the sixth inning plated Jac Caglianone, helping him become the 11th player in Cleveland history to achieve the feat.
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