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Kolek's Rough Start, Solid Season Continue
30 May
Summary
- Kolek allowed six runs in five innings, suffering a loss.
- Despite early struggles, he boasts a 3.48 ERA this season.
- His next start is scheduled on the road against the Reds.
On Friday, Kolek (3-1) was tagged with the loss in a game against the Rangers. He yielded six runs, four of which were earned, on six hits and a walk over five innings, striking out five batters. Despite throwing 60 of his 91 pitches for strikes, Kolek faced a challenging start, giving up four runs in the first inning, including a two-run homer.
He demonstrated resilience by settling down after the first inning, but received limited offensive support. Nevertheless, Kolek continues to be a dependable presence in the Royals' rotation. He currently holds a 3.48 ERA and a 0.94 WHIP across five starts. Kolek is slated to make his upcoming start next week on the road against the Reds.
