Royals avoid getting no-hit, but Guardians’ big 4th sets up rout in series opener

A promising start for Kansas City’s rookie pitcher Ryan Bergert took a sharp turn Monday as the Cleveland Guardians delivered a decisive performance. Though the Royals managed to avoid a no-hitter, the Guardians’ fourth-inning outburst set the tone for a lopsided victory.

Royals avoid getting no-hit, but Guardians’ big 4th sets up rout in series opener