Erceg (2-4) took the loss and a blown save Wednesday against Cleveland, allowing one earned run on three hits while striking out one in a single inning.

EDGE Analysis

Erceg was called upon to protect a two-run lead in the seventh with zero out and two runners on base. Erceg allowed three RBI-singles in the inning, resulting in a blown save and eventual loss. The 29-year-old had not allowed an earned run since July 21 before Wednesday's appearance, snapping a 15-inning scoreless streak during which he notched six saves and seven holds with an elite 18:1 K:BB. Erceg's dominance over that stretch has granted him ample breathing room as the Royals closer, even after Wednesday's lackluster appearance.