Royals score nine runs against shorthanded Reds for 9-2 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:09 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Kansas City Royals defeated the Cincinnati Reds 9-2 on June 2, 2026, as the Reds struggled with injuries to their star players. Elly De La Cruz was placed on the 10-day IL, and starting pitcher Chase Burns was scratched due to illness. The Royals took advantage, with Lane Thomas hitting a grand slam and contributing significantly to a strong offensive output. The Reds endured pitching troubles, with Lyon Richardson allowing four runs in the first inning alone. Despite a home run from JJ Bleday, Cincinnati's hitters struggled to make a significant impact. With the loss, the Reds fell to 30-29, in last place in the NL Central.
- •Royals scored four runs in the first inning.
- •Elly De La Cruz placed on 10-day IL with a hamstring strain.
- •Chase Burns scratched due to illness, forcing Reds to use a bullpen game.
- •JJ Bleday hit a home run, continuing his strong performance.
- •Reds have allowed 26 runs in their last four games.
- 2:09 PMYahoo Sports — Royals Take Advantage of Shorthanded Reds in 9-2 Victory
"With Elly De La Cruz injured and Chase Burns scratched due to illness, the Royals scored nine runs on the Reds, sealing a win.
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