Chris Tillman has transcended his role as the ace of the Baltimore Orioles. Tillman pitched effectively into the eighth inning, Ryan Flaherty drove in two runs and the Orioles extended the Kansas City Royals' losing streak to seven games with a 4-0 victory Wednesday night. Tillman (8-1) allowed eight hits over 7 1/3 innings, matched his career high with nine strikeouts and walked none.
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