Call-up Zerpa works five strong innings as patchwork Royals lineup tops Blue Jays 3-1

TORONTO — Bobby Witt Jr., and Nate Eaton homered as a patchwork Kansas City lineup defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Thursday night at Rogers Centre.
With 10 roster players not allowed to travel to Canada because of their COVID-19 vaccination status, the Royals called up eight players from their minor-league affiliates before the game. 
Double-A call-up Angel Zerpa (2-0) took advantage of his opportunity by allowing just one earned run, four hits and two walks over five innings.&n