Massey hits tiebreaking single, Royals top Reds 5-2 on Wednesday
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Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Michael Massey connected for a tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Cincinnati Reds 5-2 on June 3, 2026. Vinnie Pasquantino and Nick Loftin also contributed with home runs during the game. The victory helped the Royals win their first series since early May, ending a streak of seven losses in their last eight games. Reds starter Chase Burns struck out nine over six innings but allowed two runs. Kansas City is set to begin a four-game series at Minnesota, while the Reds will face St. Louis in their next matchup.
- •Massey's single scored pinch-runner Tyler Tolbert in the ninth inning.
- •Pasquantino and Loftin each homered for Kansas City.
- •Daniel Lynch IV earned the win after relieving starter Stephen Kolek.
- •Reds’ Burns posted nine strikeouts but allowed two runs in six innings.
- •Royals aim to build momentum against the Twins next.
- 2:15 AMYahoo Sports — Massey hits tiebreaking RBI single in 9th inning, Royals beat Reds 5-2
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