Astros starter Dallas Keuchel earned his first win of the season Monday against the Royals. Keuchel improved to 1-1 despite a so-so performance.
Jeremy Guthrie struggled for the Royals and Keuchel won behind Houston's offense. He allowed four earned runs on nine hits and four walks over 6 2/3 innings for the win. Keuchel struck out six and his ERA is 4.93.
The 25-year-old Houston starter has been decent in three starts after beginning the year out of the bullpen. His next start is scheduled for Sunday against Oakland.