Royals beat Cubs 8-4 on July 24, 2025, as Vinnie Pasquantino & Salvador Perez launch homers at Wrigley. Recap the power display & a rookie's milestone.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
The Kansas City Royals turned Wrigley Field into their personal launching pad Wednesday, blasting four home runs to secure an 8-4 victory and a series win against the Chicago Cubs. The offensive onslaught was led by a monstrous performance from Vinnie Pasquantino and the continuation of Salvador Perez's incredible power surge, making for an electrifying night in Chicago.
Five home runs in his last five games.
Vinnie Pasquantino was the star of the show, reminding everyone why he's called 'The Italian Nightmare' by Cubs fans. Pasquantino went 3-for-4, launching two two-run homers and a double, single-handedly driving in four runs. Not to be outdone, captain Salvador Perez continued his torrid pace, crushing his 18th home run of the season. It marked his fifth homer in the last five games and his third of the series, as he further solidifies his team lead.
It was a night of unforgettable highs and unfortunate lows for rookie Tyler Tolbert. In the sixth inning, Tolbert connected for his first-ever Major League home run, a milestone every player dreams of. The dugout erupted, celebrating the rookie's big moment. However, the celebration was tempered when Tolbert had to exit the game in the eighth inning due to muscle cramping. While the injury put a slight damper on his evening, it can't erase the memory of that first career blast.
While the bats stole the headlines, starter Seth Lugo delivered exactly the kind of performance needed to win on the road. The veteran righty was steady and efficient, pitching six strong innings while allowing just two runs on four hits. He struck out six Cubs batters, earning the win and providing the bullpen with a comfortable lead to work with. It was a classic quality start from the Royals' ace.
With the wind of a series win at their backs, the Royals return to Kauffman Stadium for a crucial weekend series against the Cleveland Guardians. Right-hander Michael Wacha gets the ball on Friday, and the team will need to carry this offensive momentum into a pivotal divisional matchup. Here's hoping Tolbert's cramps are a minor issue and he's back in the lineup to build on his memorable night.
