Pirates' Felipe Vazquez: Blows fifth save

Vazquez struck out two and allowed a run on two hits and a walk to blow the save against the Royals on Tuesday.

Things were almost much worse for Vazquez, as Salvador Perez was cut down at the plate to preserve the 1-1 tie for the Pirates. The 27-year-old's September scuffles continue as he has allowed five runs and 12 hits over eight innings, but has still converted five of six save opportunities. Overall, Vazquez has a 2.91 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 34 saves in 39 chances.