BOSTON — — Drew Waters, MJ Melendez and Michael Massey each hit two-run home runs and the Kansas City Royals snapped a three-game losing streak with a 9-3 win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
Brady Singer (8-8) allowed three runs off five hits over 6 2/3 innings, and the Royals finished with six extra-base hits and six stolen bases
Kutter Crawford (5-6) allowed three runs on seven hits over 3 1/3 innings, striking out six and walking two.
Right-hander Zack Greinke was placed on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 7) with right posterior elbow soreness. It’s his second IL stint this season.
RHP Jordan Lyles (3-12, 6.24 ERA) makes is 22nd start of the season Wednesday at 6:10.