Butler homers, Athletics snap Royals' four-game streak Wednesday
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West Sacramento, Calif. — On Wednesday night the Oakland Athletics defeated the Kansas City Royals 5-2 as Lawrence Butler hit a three-run home run and Luis Severino pitched seven innings with eight strikeouts; Nick Kurtz had an RBI double and drew a walk, marking his 18th consecutive game with a walk.
The victory snapped the Royals' four-game winning streak and extended several individual streaks: Kurtz tied a notable walk streak near historic marks, Bobby Witt Jr. extended a 10-game hit streak, and Mark Leiter Jr. earned his third save; the article also notes the Athletics' planned move to Las Vegas in 2028.
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Timeline
- 1. 1941: Ted Williams recorded a 19-game walk streak.
- 2. 1947: Roy Cullenbine set a 22-game walk-streak record.
- 3. Early season: Carlos Cortes and Bobby Witt Jr. extended personal hit streaks.
- 4. Wednesday night: Athletics beat Royals 5-2; Butler hit a three-run home run.
- 5. 2028: Athletics are scheduled to open a new ballpark in Las Vegas.
Why it matters
If you're a baseball fan, this game was a treat. Individual streaks were extended, and records were challenged. Plus, the Athletics' planned move to Las Vegas in 2028 could shake up the league. If you're in Vegas, start saving for season tickets.
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