Royals Recap

Welcome everyone to another episode of Big Dill Sports! I’m your host, Dillon, and today we've got an exciting recap for all you Kansas City Royals fans. We're diving into the Royals' rollercoaster victory against the Colorado Rockies on April 22, 2025. Although the Royals didn't take the field yesterday, trust me, their recent game is more than enough to keep us talking. So grab your glove and settle in as we break down the big moments from this thrilling extra-inning showdown.

Let’s kick things off with the highlight of the night—a walk-off victory that ended with Freddy Fermin being the hero. In the bottom of the 11th inning, with the bases juiced and tensions high, Fermin smacked a single right to center field. That clutch swing brought Mark Canha home and sent the Royals into a celebratory frenzy with a 4-3 win. You gotta love a walk-off victory, especially when it snaps a losing streak and sets the stage for a comeback week!

Now, Freddy wasn't just making noise with the bat. In the top of the 10th inning, he made a critical defensive play, picking off a runner at third base. It was one of those moments where you could just feel the momentum shift back to Kansas City. Job well done, Freddy!

Speaking of job well done, let's shine a light on Drew Waters. This guy was on fire during the game, going an impressive 3-for-4. He kicked things off for the Royals with a solo homer in the sixth inning and even threw in a triple for good measure. Drew was definitely feeling it, and his offensive prowess kept the Royals within striking distance.

We also need to tip our hats to starting pitcher Kris Bubic. Kris was nothing short of stellar, delivering seven scoreless innings. He scattered just four hits and struck out six Rockies, bringing his ERA down to an eye-popping 1.45. Kris was the rock on the mound, giving the team every chance to stay in the game until the final showdown.

But it wasn’t all smooth sailing; let's not forget the Rockies' late-game rally. In the top of the ninth, Jacob Stallings gave the Rockies a jolt of life with a timely three-run double, propelling them to a brief 3-1 lead. Yet, the Royals were not to be denied. They answered back, tying the game in the bottom of the ninth and setting the stage for the extra innings drama.

With this win, the Royals have bagged two victories in a row, a much-needed boost after a six-game skid. Meanwhile, the Rockies’ road woes continue, extending their road losing streak to 11 games. Tough times for Colorado, but a fierce reminder of just how unpredictable baseball can be.

Now it’s time for my favorite segment—the Big Dill Player of the Game. This week’s big dill is none other than Freddy Fermin. His walk-off heroics and defensive savvy make him the cornerstone of this victory. Congrats, Freddy, you’re a big dill in our books!

That wraps up today’s episode of Big Dill Sports. Thanks for tuning in to our Royals Recap. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love a good baseball story, I hope you enjoyed reliving the highs and lows of this nail-biter.

Don’t forget to join me next time as we continue to follow the Royals and highlight the big dills of the sports world. Until then, keep cheering, keep believing, and keep your eye on the ball. This is Dillon, signing off.