Royals’ Lorenzen Blanks Angels Over Seven Innings to Spoil Cueto’s Big-League Return

Michael Lorenzen of the Kansas City Royals works seven scoreless innings against the Los Angeles Angels in Kansas City, Mo., on Aug. 21, 2024. Charlie Riedel/AP Photo

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Michael Lorenzen pitched seven shutout innings, MJ Melendez hit a home run, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Los Angeles Angels 3–0 on Wednesday, August 21, for their sixth win in the past seven games.

The Royals spoiled the season debut of Johnny Cueto (0–1), a 17-year veteran who helped Kansas City win the 2015 World Series.