Tigers pitcher Drew Smyly allowed two runs over seven innings but took the loss Wednesday against the Royals. It was the second straight hard-luck loss for Smyly, who allowed one run on six innings in his previous outing versus Minnesota.
Smyly (3-6) struck out six, walked none and allowed seven hits Wednesday, lowering his ERA to 3.48. One run scored on an infield single, but Smyly also was hurt by Omar Infante's solo homer. Smyly is scheduled to face the Rangers on Tuesday.