Avila rebounds, taking a shutout into the 6th as the Royals beat Washington 6-2 to avoid a sweep

The Kansas City Royals defeated the Washington Nationals 6-2, avoiding a sweep with four solo homers in the first three innings. Luinder Avila pitched effectively, taking a shutout into the sixth inning before being replaced. The Royals' victory ended a three-game losing streak in Washington.