Robbie Ray, San Francisco Giants
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Robbie Ray delivered one of his most dominant starts of the season, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Giants’ unbeaten streak behind him alive. Ray struck out seven over seven scoreless innings, but he was bested by Royals left-hander Kris Bubic,
The Giants are off Thursday, so Verlander can get some extra treatment if he is to start Saturday in Washington, D.C. If he's not ready, there are options. Kyle Harrison is in the bullpen and Jordan Hicks is still stretched out to start if needed.
Once Bubic exited, the Royals’ bullpen shut the door. Daniel Lynch IV and John Schreiber worked the eighth inning before handing the ball to closer Carlos Estévez, who pitched the ninth for his 14th save.
The Giants remained perfect when former Cy Young winner Robbie Ray takes the mound, improving to 9-0 with their victory over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday.
Robbie Ray and three relievers scattered four hits in the San Francisco Giants' 3-1 win over the host Chicago Cubs on Wednesday afternoon.