Royals get “balk off” win over White Sox after rallying from 6-0 deficit

Published September 5, 2023 9:35 PM

By DAVID SMALE
Associated Press

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Gregory Santos balked with the bases-loaded as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Chicago White Sox 7-6Tuesday night. The Royals overcame a 6-0 deficit to claim their first series win since July 28-Aug. 3. The Royals entered the ninth trailing 6-5. Nick Loftin reached on an error and went to second on a single by Michael Massey. Maikel Garcia hit into a fielder’s choice before Bobby Witt Jr. singled in the tying run. With two outs, Santos intentionally walked MJ Melendez to load the bases, bringing up Edward Olivares. Jackson Kowar (1-0) earned the win. Santos (2-2) took the loss.

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