Royals struggle defensively in 7-3 loss to Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:46 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Kansas City Royals fell 7-3 to the Washington Nationals on June 15 at Nationals Park. Mitch Spence struggled on the mound, allowing six runs over four innings. The Royals briefly led but faltered, with several fielding errors contributing to their defeat. A key home run from Dylan Crews secured the Nationals' victory. The teams face off again on June 16 at 5:45 PM US Central.
- •Royals allowed two runs on missed catches in the third inning.
- •Spence finished with 4 innings pitched and 6 runs allowed.
- •Dylan Crews hit a notable home run to extend the Nationals' lead.
- •Royals' offense included a double from Nick Loftin in the ninth.
- •Next game scheduled for June 16 at 5:45 PM US Central.
- 1:46 AMYahoo Sports — A win just out of reach as Royals lose to Nationals
"A series of fielding almost-catches led to a huge chunk of the runs.
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