Vinnie Pasquantino lifts Royals over Tigers in opener

Vinnie Pasquantino hit his first Kauffman Stadium home run as the Royals defeated the Detroit Tigers 3-1 in the first game of a day/night doubleheader Monday afternoon in Kansas City.

Pasquantino's second home run of the season was also his second against Tigers starter Michael Pineda.

Brad Keller (5-9) earned the victory with seven stellar innings, earning his fourth win in his last five starts. He allowed one run on j