Royals right-hander Brad Keller continues to impress in the early season, tossing 6.2 innings with 7 strikeouts in a win over the Texas Rangers.

 

The Royals avoided the sweep in Arlington, and were able to jump on Rangers starter Nathan Eovaldi. Bobby Witt Jr had three hits, including his first triple of the season. Kansas City finished with 14 hits and 10 runs, with the second home run from Vinnie Pasquantino the major swing.

 

Keller was sharp on the hill, only allowing three hits and one run, with seven strikeouts and only a single walk. Dominant to start his career, Keller has struggled over the past two seasons, but has re-invented himself with a new curveball that has seen positive success and a dominant 2.12 ERA on the young year.

 

The Royals will have an off day to travel home, and kick off a weekend series with the Atlanta Braves tomorrow.