Fermin hits a 12th-inning single to give Royals 2-1 win over Red Sox, 16th win in last 18 games - AP News

Published: Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 3:12 am

**Royals Rally in Extras to Defeat Red Sox in Thrilling 2-1 Victory**

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Royals continued their hot streak, edging out the Boston Red Sox in a nail-biting 2-1 victory on Friday night. The Royals' Freddy Fermin delivered the game-winning RBI single in the bottom of the 12th inning, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. This dramatic win marks the Royals' seventh consecutive victory and their 16th win in their last 18 games, solidifying their impressive recent performance.

The game was a pitching duel for much of the night. Royals starter Michael Lorenzen delivered a stellar performance, allowing only three hits across seven scoreless innings, while striking out seven and walking none. His defense, highlighted by a diving catch from first baseman Salvador Perez, helped keep the Red Sox off the scoreboard. Boston's Hunter Dobbins also pitched well, holding the Royals scoreless through six innings.

Both teams finally broke the scoreless tie in the 11th inning, setting the stage for Fermin's heroics. Steven Cruz earned his first major league win for the Royals, pitching the 12th inning. Sean Newcombe took the loss for the Red Sox.

Adding to the drama, Red Sox star Rafael Devers, who had created a stir the previous day by refusing to play first base, went 1 for 5 with an RBI. The second game of the series on Saturday will feature a pitching matchup between Garrett Crochet for the Red Sox and Cole Ragans for the Royals.

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