In a nail-biting finish, the Pittsburgh Pirates suffered a heartbreaking 4-3 loss to the Kansas City Royals at Kaufman Stadium, marking their fifth consecutive defeat. Oneil Cruz and Nick Gonzales each contributed a homer, but it wasn't enough to secure a win.

Starting pitcher Mitch Keller demonstrated resilience, retiring 16 batters in a row after allowing an early solo home run. However, a pivotal seventh inning saw Salvador Perez reach base on catcher’s interference, followed by Nick Loftin's two-run homer that propelled the Royals into a commanding lead.

This game further highlights the Pirates' struggles, as they continue to face challenges in closing out games and maintaining leads, posing questions for fantasy owners relying on their key players.