Mariners can`t back Moore, fall to Royals
(MLB.com Seattle Mariners)

Mike Moustakas set a new career high with his 23rd home run in the second, starter Ian Kennedy allowed one run over 6 2/3 innings and the Royals (42-40) claimed the first game of a three-game series with the Mariners (41-43) at Safeco Field with a 3-1 win on Monday night.