CHICAGO — — Seth Lugo pitched seven crisp innings, Vinnie Pasquantino homered and the Kansas City Royals topped the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Monday night.
Lugo (3-0) allowed four hits — all singles — in his third straight win.
The Royals have allowed a major league-low 48 runs during their 11-6 start.
James McArthur earned his third save.
Pasquantino also doubled in the sixth and walked in the eighth.
C Salvador Perez rested after he had an MRI that showed a mild groin strain.
INF Michael Massey (low back strain) had an off day as he continues his rehab stint with Triple-A Omaha. “He’s progressing really well,” manager Matt Quatraro said.
Right-handers Brady Singer and Jonathan Cannon take the mound on Tuesday night at 6:40.