SEATTLE -- Brad Keller allowed just one run over a career-high eight innings, but the Royals were blanked by Seattle starter James Paxton in a 1-0 loss Sunday at Safeco Field.
Coming off his first career win as a starter, Keller gave up six hits and struck out three. But Paxton was at peak performance, giving up just two hits and striking out 11 over eight innings as the Mariners earned a series sweep.
Keller made 21 appearances out of the bullpen this season before making his first start May 30.