Joey Gathright drove in the only runs of the game as the Kansas City Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 2-0. Luke Hochevar pitched 6 strong innings to earn his 3rd win of the season and his career.

Gathright drove in the runs in the second inning. He singled with the bases loaded.

Joakim Soria pitched the 9th inning to earn his 10th save in 10 chances.

The Royals are 18-21 this season. They are 5-0 against the Tigers.