DETROIT — — Kerry Carpenter hit a three-run homer in a five-run, seventh inning that lifted Detroit Tigers over Kansas 6-4 on Monday night and sent the Royals to their 12th loss in 13 games.
Kansas City wasted a 4-0 lead. Jordan Lyles allowed three runs and six hits in six-plus innings. He is 0-11, the most losses in the major leagues, and his 6.72 ERA is highest among 64 qualified pitches.
LHP Daniel Lynch (0-3, 5.79) goes for Kansas City Tuesday at 5:40.