The Royals began their first week of Cactus League play this week. Here is a summary of the action.
Saturday, February 25
A two-run home run in the eighth by Peter O’Brien gave the Royals a win in the Cactus League opener. Pitching prospect Josh Staumont began the game and tossed a shutout inning, but walked two hitters. Salvador Perez led the offensive attack, doubling home a run in the first and slamming a solo home run in the third. Jake Junis was roughed up, giving up five runs in the third inning to tie the game.