Royals Recap
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Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: Kansas City Royals daily updates. If they played a game yesterday give me the highlights.
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Welcome to Big Dill Sports! I'm Dillon, your host, here to dive into the latest action on the field. Today’s episode is all about the Kansas City Royals' victory over the Seattle Mariners on July 2, 2025. The Royals finally snapped their skid with a 6–3 win at T-Mobile Park. Let's break it down!
Kansas City came out swinging, jumping to an early lead with three runs in the first two innings. Maikel Garcia and Nick Loftin set the tone with clutch hits, giving the Royals that initial 3-0 edge. And while Seattle battled back, KC held strong.
The star of the night? Salvador Perez! He was on fire, going 3-for-5, with two doubles and three RBIs. His two-run double in the fifth was crucial, boosting the Royals' lead to 5-1. Not only did he lead the offense, but he also moved up in the franchise history books with his 1,644th hit. Salvi is definitely today's 'Big Dill'!
On the mound, Michael Lorenzen delivered for the Royals. He may have allowed three runs over 4⅔ innings, but his efforts set the stage for KC’s scoring blitz. Seattle’s Emerson Hancock faced some tough breaks, surrendering five runs over six innings and struggling with velocity.
The Royals' bullpen was lights out. Lucas Erceg picked up the win by calmly escaping a seventh-inning jam. Meanwhile, Carlos Estevez was untouchable in the ninth, fanning three batters for his 23rd save of the season.
Beyond Perez, Bobby Witt Jr. also shone, scoring two runs and showcasing his speed with a key steal. This aggressive base running and timely hitting really fueled their win.
Now, Seattle didn’t go down without a fight. They tried to rally with key hits from Ben Williamson and J.P. Crawford. Randy Arozarena added some power with his 11th home run, but ultimately, the Royals’ defense and bullpen were just too strong.
Post-game, Royals manager Matt Quatraro praised Perez and the bullpen's resilience. You love to see that leadership and depth making a difference.
Looking ahead, this win evens the series at 1–1. Game 3 is on the horizon, and the Royals will look to maintain momentum and swing the series in their favor. They're hoping to leverage their home field and climb back over .500.
That’s all for today’s edition of Big Dill Sports. If you enjoyed the recap, make sure to join me next time for more exciting updates. Until then, keep it a big dill, folks!
## Kansas City Royals vs. Seattle Mariners (July 2, 2025) Recap
On Tuesday, July 2, 2025, the Kansas City Royals snapped a brief skid with a 6–3 victory over the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. The win marked the Royals’ second in their last ten games, halting a stretch in which Kansas City had dropped eight of nine. Veteran catcher Salvador Perez led the charge with a three-hit performance, while a collective effort from the bullpen preserved the lead late in the game ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/perez-s-2-run-double-keys-royals-over-mariners-20409267.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Early-Innings Offense
Kansas City jumped out to an early lead, plating three runs in the first two innings against Mariners starter Emerson Hancock. In the top of the first, Maikel Garcia laced a run-scoring single to left field, driving in the game’s first run. In the second inning, Nick Loftin ripped an RBI double, and Kyle Isbel added an insurance run on a forceout grounder, pushing the Royals ahead 3–0 ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/perez-s-2-run-double-keys-royals-over-mariners-20409267.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Salvador Perez’s Three-RBI Night
Salvador Perez was the offensive catalyst, going 3-for-5 with two doubles and three RBIs. His two-run double in the fifth inning—a ball misjudged by center fielder Julio Rodríguez—extended the lead to 5–1. Perez later doubled again in the seventh and capped his night with an RBI single in the ninth inning, finishing with a season-high three RBIs. His performance not only fueled the offense but moved him past Alex Gordon for the sixth-most hits in franchise history with 1,644 ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [new.cbssports.com](https://new.cbssports.com/mlb/gametracker/boxscore/MLB_20250702_KC%40SEA/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Starting Pitching Duel
Royals starter Michael Lorenzen delivered a quality outing, allowing three runs over 4⅔ innings while striking out five. Lorenzen helped silence the potent Mariners lineup early, setting the stage for Kansas City’s offense to build its lead. On the other side, Emerson Hancock took the loss, surrendering five runs over six innings. Hancock’s outing was marred by diminished fastball velocity and hard contact, despite four standout defensive plays by Seattle’s infield to limit further damage ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [lookoutlanding.com](https://www.lookoutlanding.com/2025/7/1/24460158/mariners-lose-to-royals-6-3-emerson-hancock-michael-lorenzen-randy-arozarena?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Bullpen Dominance
After Lorenzen exited, the Royals bullpen shut the door, combining for 4⅓ scoreless innings while allowing just one hit. Lucas Erceg (3–2) earned the win by escaping a bases-loaded, one-out jam in the seventh inning, inducing a double-play grounder followed by a groundout. Closer Carlos Estevez then delivered a perfect ninth for his 23rd save in 26 opportunities, fanning the side to seal the victory ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/perez-s-2-run-double-keys-royals-over-mariners-20409267.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Additional Offensive Contributions
Beyond Perez’s heroics, Bobby Witt Jr. provided a spark with two runs scored, including a critical steal and subsequent run in the final inning that put the game out of reach. Maikel Garcia’s leadoff single set the tone in the first, and Nick Loftin’s clutch double in the second gave Kansas City early momentum. These timely hits underscored the Royals’ aggressive approach on the bases and situational hitting throughout the lineup ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/perez-s-2-run-double-keys-royals-over-mariners-20409267.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Mariners’ Fight-Back Falls Short
Seattle attempted a rally in the fifth inning when Ben Williamson ripped an RBI double and J.P. Crawford followed with a run-scoring single off Lorenzen to cut the deficit to 5–3. Randy Arozarena also provided power with a solo home run—his 11th of the season—to right field, narrowing the gap temporarily. However, the Mariners’ offensive momentum stalled as Kansas City’s relievers clamped down over the final innings ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [lookoutlanding.com](https://www.lookoutlanding.com/2025/7/1/24460158/mariners-lose-to-royals-6-3-emerson-hancock-michael-lorenzen-randy-arozarena?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Manager and Locker-Room Reactions
Royals manager Matt Quatraro praised Perez’s consistent leadership and the bullpen’s resilience. “In Salvi, the team captain, leader all the time…he never wants to come out,” Quatraro noted. “And to see our bullpen hold a tough Seattle lineup scoreless for over four innings—that’s a testament to their depth and focus” ([new.cbssports.com](https://new.cbssports.com/mlb/gametracker/boxscore/MLB_20250702_KC%40SEA/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Player Statistics (Selected)
- **Salvador Perez (C):** 3-for-5, 2 2B, 3 RBI, 1 R; moved to 1,644 career hits (6th in franchise history) ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [new.cbssports.com](https://new.cbssports.com/mlb/gametracker/boxscore/MLB_20250702_KC%40SEA/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- **Michael Lorenzen (SP):** 4⅔ IP, 6 H, 3 R, 0 BB, 5 K, 97 pitches (63 strikes) ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- **Lucas Erceg (RP):** 1⅔ IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 1 K (Win) ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/perez-s-2-run-double-keys-royals-over-mariners-20409267.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- **Carlos Estevez (CL):** 1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 3 K (23rd save) ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/perez-s-2-run-double-keys-royals-over-mariners-20409267.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- **Bobby Witt Jr. (SS):** 1 for 4, scored 2 R, 1 SB ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/perez-s-2-run-double-keys-royals-over-mariners-20409267.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### What’s Next
With the series now even at 1–1, the Royals aim to build on their pitching depth and timely hitting in Game 3 on Wednesday, July 3. They will send a member of their rotation (to be announced) against Seattle’s next starter, hoping to leverage Kauffman Stadium’s friendly confines to climb back over .500 on the season. The Mariners, meanwhile, look to rebound and regain control of the series in front of their home crowd ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/salvador-perez-knocks-3-royals-double-up-mariners-2025-07-02/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
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