SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) Felix Hernandez pitched five innings and rookie Stefen Romero homered, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 9-6 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night.
Royals left-hander Bruce Chen surrendered nine runs and 11 hits in four innings, throwing 92 pitches.
Alex Gordon homered, doubled and drove in three Royals runs.