The Kansas City Royals dodged a major injury scare against the Chicago White Sox on Saturday night.

In the first inning, Vinnie Pasquantino dealt with a heat-related illness while facing White Sox starter Sean Burke. Pasquantino struck out after a nine-pitch battle but required medical attention midway through the at-bat.

Royals manager Matt Quatraro and the training staff went out to evaluate Pasquantino at home plate. He finished the plate appearance but was removed in the second inning.

This positional change shifted Nick Loftin — who started in left field — to first base and inserted John Rave in his stead.

Both players aided the Royals in a 6-2 victory at Kauffman Stadium.

Rave stepped up with a solo homer in the third inning. He belted a 93.9 mph fastball over the right-cente

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