Kansas City Royals News & Updates
The Kansas City Royals were 67-89, 5th in the AL Central. The Kansas City Royals did not play yesterday.
The score reflects some real issues. Winning just 1 of 7 this week pulls the temperature down. And a -11 run differential over the last 7. The margins are ugly.
Royals Game on September 22
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Kauffman Stadium |
| First Pitch: | 07:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Daniel Lynch IV (6-5, 3.29 ERA) vs Anthony Kay (9-9, 4.41 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Chicago Sports Network, Royals.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 65°F, Wind 8 mph |
Royals Score & Recap
The Kansas City Royals did not play yesterday.
Royals Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Guardians
|
|
81 | 75 | .519 | W5 | |
|
White Sox
|
|
80 | 76 | .513 | 1.0 | W2 |
|
Tigers
|
|
74 | 83 | .471 | 7.5 | W1 |
|
Twins
|
|
73 | 84 | .465 | 8.5 | L1 |
|
Royals
|
|
67 | 89 | .429 | 14.0 | L4 |
Kansas City Royals are 1-6 in their last 7 games, with a -11 run differential.
Royals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | .233 | .773 | 76 | |
| 23 | .282 | .821 | 71 | |
| 19 | .227 | .645 | 73 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-9 | 3.33 | 1.11 | 194.1 | |
| 2-3 | 3.43 | 1.30 | 44.2 | |
| 9-8 | 3.92 | 1.20 | 172.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Royals News
The Kansas City Royals are reeling after being swept by the Pittsburgh Pirates, leaving them with a dismal 1-6 record over the last week and a staggering -11 run differential. The bullpen’s struggles are glaring, as the team’s meltdown stat reveals just how often the relief corps has squandered leads this season, challenging the front office to consider a much-needed offseason overhaul. Amid the gloom, there are still glimmers of hope, with players like Jac Caglianone and Carter Jensen showing flashes of promise, but with Futures Night on the horizon, fans are left wondering if the bright spots will be enough to overshadow a year filled with disappointment. As the Royals prepare for their final stretch, the focus shifts to what changes the offseason might bring to revitalize this struggling franchise.
Royals Upcoming Schedule
The Kansas City Royals host the Cleveland Guardians for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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