The Kansas City Royals faced off against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 23, 2025. The Royals won the game with a score of 8-4. Seth Lugo was the winning pitcher, improving his record to 6-5 with a 2.94 ERA.

Vinnie Pasquantino was a standout player for the Royals, hitting a home run and driving in four runs. Salvador Perez also contributed with a home run and two RBIs. The victory brought the Royals’ season record to 49-53, while the Cubs fell to 60-41.

The Royals started strong, scoring two runs in the first inning. The Cubs responded with a run in the second, but the Royals added two more in the third. By the fifth inning, the Royals led 6-2, thanks to steady scoring. In the sixth inning, the Royals added two more runs. The Cubs managed to score one run in both the seventh and eighth innings. The Royals held their lead, finishing the game 8-4.

Vinnie Pasquantino was a key player for the Royals. He had a great game with three hits, including a double and two home runs. Pasquantino also drove in four runs, helping the Royals secure their win.

Salvador Perez also had a strong performance for the Royals. Perez hit a home run and collected two RBIs. His efforts contributed to the Royals’ offensive success.

On the pitching side, Seth Lugo was the winning pitcher for the Royals. He pitched six innings, allowing four hits and two runs while striking out six. Colin Rea took the loss for the Cubs, giving up six runs over five innings.

What’s Next

The Royals improved their record to 49-53 after their win against the Cubs. They are currently in 4th place in the Central division. This victory helps the Royals in their push to climb the standings. The Cubs now hold a record of 60-41, placing them 2nd in the Central division. This loss does not affect their position in the standings. However, they will look to bounce back in their upcoming games.

The Kansas City Royals will start a new series against the Cleveland Guardians. The first game is on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Kauffman Stadium. The game will begin at 8:10 PM. This series will continue through the weekend with games on Saturday and Sunday.

The Chicago Cubs will begin their series against the Chicago White Sox on Friday, July 25, 2025. The game will be held at Rate Field and start at 7:40 PM. The series will continue on Saturday and Sunday, followed by games against the Milwaukee Brewers starting Monday.

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