Lane Thomas grand slam highlights Royals' victory over Reds 9-2
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:07 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
On June 1, the Kansas City Royals defeated the Cincinnati Reds 9-2 at Great American Ball Park. Lane Thomas hit a grand slam in the first inning, providing an early lead for the Royals. The team scored consistently throughout the game, with contributions from Jac Caglianone and Michael Massey adding to the offense. Starting pitcher Luinder Avila allowed just one run over five innings. The victory improves the Royals' record to 23-37, while the Reds fall to 30-29. The teams are set to meet again on June 2 at 6:10 PM US Central time.
- •Lane Thomas hit a grand slam in the first inning.
- •Jac Caglianone and Michael Massey also homered in the game.
- •Luinder Avila pitched five innings, allowing one run.
- •The Royals tallied 13 hits in the game.
- •The teams will play again on June 2.
- 2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Lane Thomas hits grand slam in 1st inning, leads Royals to a 9-2 win over the Reds
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Lane Thomas grand slam powers Royals past Reds 9-2
"Lane Thomas hit a grand slam in the first inning and Luinder Avila pitched a career-high five innings as the Kansas City Royals snapped a six-game skid with a 9-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday night. Kansas City (23-37) won for just the fourth time in 20 games. Avila (1-2) made his second career start and allowed one run on two hits with four walks and a career-high five strikeouts on 86 pitches, also a career high.
"Cags and Massey homered too, while Luinder Avila turned in a solid spot start.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:07 AMLane Thomas hits grand slam in 1st inning, leads Royals to a 9-2 win over the Reds
Lane Thomas hit a grand slam in the first inning and Luinder Avila pitched a career-high five innings as the Kansas City Royals snapped a six-game skid with a 9-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday night. Kansas City (23-37) won for just the fourth time in 20 games. Avila (1-2) made his second career start and allowed one run on two hits with four walks and a career-high five strikeouts on 86 pitches, also a career high.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:00 AMLane Thomas grand slam powers Royals past Reds 9-2
Cags and Massey homered too, while Luinder Avila turned in a solid spot start.
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