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Reds Rally Past Royals 7-4 Behind Martinez and Stephenson

5/28/2025

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Reds Triumph Over Royals

In an exciting showdown, the Cincinnati Reds triumphed over the Kansas City Royals 7-4. Nick Martinez shined on the mound, delivering seven solid innings with just three runs allowed. Tyler Stephenson's powerful two-run homer bolstered the Reds' offense, while Salvador Perez's own two-run blast couldn't save the Royals from their third loss in four games.

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Royals Promote Rave

The Kansas City Royals made a bold move, sending struggling infielder Cavan Biggio to Triple-A Omaha after a disappointing .174 batting average this season. In a promising twist, they called up outfielder John Rave, who shone in Triple-A with a .301 average and nine home runs. Rave stepped onto the MLB stage for the first time on Monday against the Cincinnati Reds.

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Reds Triumph Over Royals

In an exciting showdown, the Cincinnati Reds triumphed over the Kansas City Royals 7-4. Nick Martinez shined on the mound, delivering seven solid innings with just three runs allowed. Tyler Stephenson's powerful two-run homer bolstered the Reds' offense, while Salvador Perez's own two-run blast couldn't save the Royals from their third loss in four games.

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