Royals' recent surge slowed in 3-0 loss to Rockies
Published May 23, 2010 at 3:15 a.m.
The results speak for themselves, but yes, the Royals can confirm that Colorado lefty Jeff Francis is a handful again after recovering from a torn labrum that put his career on hold for roughly 19 months. On Saturday afternoon, Francis and three relievers slowed the Royals’ recent momentum by combining for a six-hit shutout in a 3-0 victory at Kauffman Stadium.