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Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. hits inside-the-park homer vs. Tigers

4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Last Night In Baseball: Ketel Marte Hit A Walk-Off Homer You Have To See

Ketel Marte hit a monster walk-off in style, the Cubs avoided a sweep thanks to PCA, the Pirates down the Astros again, mound betrayal and m...

4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Last Night In Baseball: Ketel Marte Hit A Walk-Off Homer You Have To See

Michael Massey - Blasts another homer Thursday Massey went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Thursday's 8-6 win over the Twins.

Impact Massey got in on the offensive action, lining a single in the second inning before launching a solo homer to open the fourth frame. It marked his third long ball over the past five games, during which the second baseman has hit safely and driven in at least one run in each contest. Across 47 appearances in 2026, Massey is slashing .266/.287/.477 with six homers, nine doubles, 20 RBI, 16 runs and a stolen base.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Former Rockies All-Star Game MVP opts out of Royals deal for valid reason | Sporting News It makes total sense why he wouldn't stay with the organization.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Twins vs. Royals: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – June 5 At Target Field on Friday, the Kansas City Royals (25-38) take on the Minnesota Twins (29-35), with first pitch at 8:15 p.m. ET.Looking to s...

5 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

What channel is Twins vs. Royals on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch MLB Friday Night Baseball game | Sporting News AL Central rivals continue their four-game set in Minneapolis on Friday. Here's when and where to watch.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Alex Lange - Records second save Thursday Lange earned the save Thursday against the Twins, allowing one hit and one walk in a scoreless ninth inning.

Impact With Kansas City recently shifting toward a matchup-based approach in the ninth inning, Lange was called upon again to protect a two-run lead. The right-hander worked around a hit and a walk, allowing the potential winning run to come to the plate before inducing a game-ending groundout from Brooks Lee to secure his second save of the season and his second in as many days. Lange has been effective lately, holding opponents scoreless in 10 of his last 11 appearances, and he could continue to see additional save opportunities if the Royals stick with their current committee approach. He owns a 4.18 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and a 28:15 K:BB across 28 innings.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Seth Lugo - Struggles in no-decision Lugo did not factor into the decision Thursday against the Twins, allowing five runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four over five innings.

Impact Lugo got off to a rough start when Byron Buxton led off the game with a home run, and the veteran right-hander never fully settled in. He allowed a run in each of his five innings of work, including three total home runs. The outing snapped what had been a strong stretch for Lugo, who entered Thursday having allowed just six runs combined across his previous three starts. He now owns a 3.91 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 64:24 K:BB across 76 innings this season. Lugo is scheduled to face Texas at home in his next start.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rojas gets a Triple-A hit, then serves up game-winner for Royals MINNEAPOLIS – A back-and-forth game Thursday night ended with the Royals getting the last word and a big series-opening win, 8-6, over the T...

5 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Josh Rojas has go-ahead, 2-run single as pinch hitter in Royals debut as Kansas City tops Twins 8-6

Pinch-hitter Josh Rojas had a go-ahead, two-run single in the ninth inning in his Kansas City debut and the Royals outlasted the Minnesota Twins 8-6

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Maikel Garcia - Out of lineup again Thursday Garcia (hamstring) remains out of the lineup for Thursday's contest versus the Twins.

Impact It will be a fifth straight start missed for Garcia, who is working his way back from a right hamstring injury. The Royals are optimistic Garcia will be able to avoid the injured list, but a decision one way or another will need to be made soon. Nick Loftin is again filling in at third base in Garcia's stead.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan India - Shifted to 60-day injured list The Royals transferred India (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list Thursday.

Impact The move frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Josh Rojas. India is out for the season after undergoing surgery in late April to repair the labrum in his left shoulder.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Stephen Kolek - Placed on family emergency list The Royals placed Kolek on the family medical emergency leave list Thursday.

Impact By rule, Kolek can be away from the club for the next 3-to-7 days while he tends to personal matters. The right-hander's next scheduled start is tentatively lined up to come Tuesday at home against the Rangers. Kolek should be back for that outing, but his fantasy managers should check back in a few days to make sure.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Josh Rojas - Contract selected The Royals selected Rojas' contract from Triple-A Omaha on Thursday.

Impact Rojas will receive another opportunity in the majors after slashing .246/.309/.433 with six home runs and a 16:32 BB:K over 48 games with Omaha. The 31-year-old will provide infield depth while Maikel Garcia (hamstring) is banged up, and Rojas is capable of handling the outfield, as well.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Which Royals Players Could Be Moved Ahead of the Trade Deadline? The Kansas City Royals have a handful of players who could be moved ahead of the MLB trade deadline, particularly from their pitching rotati...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Royals Head to Twin Cities for Four-Game Set against Twins: Here are Some Trends and Numbers to Keep an Eye on The Royals are coming off a crucial series win over the Cincinnati Reds in a series that saw the offense come to life a little bit. That off...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

MLB Insider Drops Major Hint About Reds' Trade Deadline Plans The Cincinnati Reds are 31-30 and coming off of a series loss to the woeful Kansas City Royals at home.

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Walk-Off Wagers: MLB Best Bets Today (Predictions for Blue Jays-Braves, Royals-Twins, Athletics-Cubs) It’s getaway day for several teams across the league, but there are still a handful of night games on today’s MLB slate. I’m targeting a hom...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

MiLB FGOTD: Triple-A Guardians face off with Royals | 06/04/2026 MLB.com's No. 58 prospect Ralphy Velazquez leads talent-laden Columbus (CLE) against Gavin Cross (KC No. 25) and Omaha in a Triple-A tilt.

5 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Lucas Erceg - Manager playing matchups at closer Royals manager Matt Quatraro said Wednesday that he will play the matchups in the ninth inning for the short term, but he still views Erceg as a long-term closer option, Joel Goldb...

Impact Quatraro made the statement prior to Alex Lange notching his first save of the season in Wednesday's win over the Reds. Erceg blew his sixth save of the season Tuesday and holds a 6.45 ERA with a 20:15 K:BB across 22.1 innings this season. While Erceg could still see save chances for the Royals in the immediate future, he will have to contend with Lange, Daniel Lynch and Matt Strahm. Carlos Estevez (shoulder) should also throw his hat back in the ring if he can get healthy.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Royals urged to listen to trade calls on 6 players by ESPN's Jeff Passan | Sporting News These six players should be trade candidates for the Royals this season.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

MLB Picks Today: 5 Best Bets & Predictions Ft. Cubs vs. Athletics, Twins vs. Royals| June 4, 2026 Baseball fans are in for an exciting gameday with several intriguing fixtures lined up on Thursday.

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Bobby Witt Jr. - Tallies 20th steal in win Witt went 1-for-4 with a run scored, a stolen base and a walk in Wednesday's 5-2 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Witt wasn't a major factor with the bat in Kansas City's win, though he was able to swipe his 20th base of the season, making him one of four players in MLB to reach the mark this year. The shortstop has been particularly active on the bases of late, tallying five steals across the past four contests. It's been a stellar season for the young star, who's slashing .283/.356/.467 with 26 extra-base hits (nine homers), 26 RBI, 31 runs and an MLB-best 3.7 fWAR among position players through 62 games.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vinnie Pasquantino - Goes yard in win Pasquantino went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk in Wednesday's 5-2 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Pasquantino opened the scoring early, turning on an elevated fastball from Chase Burns in the first inning for a two-run homer. With a single added in the eighth frame, Wednesday marked the first baseman's fourth multi-hit effort over the past six games. Pasquantino is looking to turn the corner in what has been a disappointing 2026 campaign, as he's hitting .214 with a .648 OPS, six homers, seven doubles, two triples, 28 RBI, 22 runs and two stolen bases across 59 games.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nick Loftin - Lifts first homer Loftin went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's win over the Reds.

Impact Loftin provided some insurance with a line-drive, two-run shot in the top of the ninth inning to extend the Royals' lead to 5-2. It marked his first homer of the campaign and sixth career long ball across parts of four MLB seasons. The utility man is hitting just .218 and has primarily operated in a reserve role with 96 plate appearances to date, but Loftin could be in line for increased opportunities at third base if Maikel Garcia (hamstring) requires a stint on the injured list.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. hits inside-the-park homer vs. Tigers

Last Night In Baseball: Ketel Marte Hit A Walk-Off Homer You Have To See

Josh Rojas has go-ahead, 2-run single as pinch hitter in Royals debut as Kansas City tops Twins 8-6