The Tigers' four-game winning streak ended and they fell one game behind the Orioles for the second Wild Card spot in the American League. The Royals stayed four games behind the Orioles.
Royals right-hander Yordano Ventura gave up six hits and walked six but navigated through traffic all night, allowing one run. He struck out two.
"He was really smart tonight," Royals manager Ned Yost said.