Talking Points: Bradley Jr.'s torrid month continues

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STAR OF THE GAME: Mike Moustakas

The Royals third baseman had a big afternoon, with three hits and four RBI -- including two in the four-run ninth inning for the visitors.

HONORABLE MENTION: Jackie Bradley Jr.

Bradley's torrid month continued, with two more hits -- both run-producing doubles. Bradley's last 11 hits have all been of the extra-base variety - three homers, one triple and seven doubles.

GOAT OF THE GAME: Junichi Tazawa

Tazawa suffered his sixth blown save of the season, allowing four runs in the ninth to turn a two-run lead into a two-run deficit.

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TURNING POINT: In the ninth inning, the Royals had six hits and a walk, resulting in four runs for a come-from-behind victory.

BY THE NUMBERS: Bradley had two doubles in his first three plate appearances, giving him 11 straight extra-base hits.

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