Matthew Boyd's Seven Shutout Innings Propel Cubs Past Royals

Matthew Boyd was efficient on the mound, only allowing four hits and issuing one walk across his 7 innings. He now has a season ERA of 2.20, adding another win to his record, bringing it to 11-3. This performance marked his fifth straight game with 37 or more FanDuel points, underlining his consistency.

Boyd's K/9 rate sits at 8.2, contributing to his 108 strikeouts over 118 2/3 innings this season. The Cubs' victory over the Royals was a team effort, but Boyd’s command helped secure the shutout win, keeping his WHIP at an impressive 1.01.