The Cubs' return to action was a victorious one, on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at New Scotland.
The game vs the Royals was hotly contested through the first 3 innings, with the score being tied at 6, entering the top of the 4th inning.
The Cubs continued to light up the scoreboard, but the Royals bats cooled off over the final 4 innings, and the Cubs pulled away for a comfortable 13-6 victory.
The Cubbies move to 6-1, with the victory and sweep the season series with the Royals.
The Cubs banged out 14 hits, en route to the victory, with Shawn Maney, Ron Lochner, Chris Dunn, and Tom Maney having two hits each.
Dave Mitchel led the way with 3 RBI. Andy Hoyle, Ron Lochner, and Chris Dunn had two each.
Mark Fiacco led the way for the Royals, with two hits, 2 runs, and a RBI.
Mike Girard pitched the final 4 innings for the Cubs, holding the Royals scoreless on 2 hits and 1 walk, while striking out 3.
Next up for the Cubbies: The Yankees next Sunday, at New Scotland, at noon.