KANSAS CITY, Mo.: Mike Clevinger and four relievers combined for a one-hitter as the Indians beat the Kansas City Royals 1-0 Sunday.
Carlos Santana had three hits, including an RBI single in the fifth that followed Yan Gomes’ double for the game’s only run.
Clevinger (1-0), making his first start in place of the injured Corey Kluber, gave up a double to Salvador Perez with one out in the fourth for the Royals’ hit. He walked four and struck out five in 5u2154 innings, and was removed after throwing 91 pitches.
Boone Logan came on and walked Eric Hosmer, before Bryan Shaw replaced him and struck out all four batters he faced.