KANSAS CITY, Missouri – In a day marked by rain and an emotional tribute to the Negro Leagues, the Los Angeles Dodgers demonstrated their strength by defeating the Kansas City Royals with a score of 5-1.The match, held this Sunday, saw Justin Wrobleski shine from the mound, while the Californian offense, led by Enrique “Kiké” Hernández and Will Smith, provided the power needed to secure the victory.
Domain from the Mound and Offensive Power
Kiké Hernández hit a two-run homer in the second inning, and Will Smith added a solo home run in the fourth. Wrobleski, who replaced Lou Trivino, pitched six quality innings, allowing only three hits and no earned runs, earning him the win (4-2).The Dodgers’ bullpen completed the job with a perfect eighth inning by Kirby Yates and an effective closing by Jack Dreyer.The Dodgers have six wins in their last seven games and win their sixth consecutive series, solidifying their position in the National League.Kris Bubic (6-6) took the loss for the Royals, after allowing three hits and two walks in five innings, including Hernández’s home run. Despite an ERA of 2.25, Bubic has suffered four losses in his last five starts.The Royals’ only run came in the first inning thanks to a double by Bobby Witt Jr.Tribute to the Negro Leagues
The encounter had a special meaning, as both teams paid tribute to the Negro Leagues. The Dodgers wore caps from their days in Brooklyn, in honor of Jackie Robinson, while the Royals wore caps with the logo of the 1945 Kansas City Monarchs, the team Robinson played for before breaking the racial barrier in the Major Leagues. The Negro Leagues museum, located near Kauffman Stadium, was also part of the tribute.Featured Performances
Dodgers:
- Miguel Rojas (VEN): 2-2 with one RBI.
- Kiké Hernández (PUR): 4-1 with one run and two RBIs.
- Andy Pagés (CUB): 4-2 with two runs.
- Teoscar Hernández (DOM): 3-0.
Real:
- Maikel García (VEN): 4-2.
- Freddy Fermín (VEN): 3-1.
- Salvador Pérez (VEN): 4-0.
