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The Kansas City Royals were 38-59, 5th in the AL Central. The Kansas City Royals did not play yesterday.

Royals Daily Vibe Check
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a rough stretch

A rough patch, by the numbers. The 2-5 record this week is doing most of the damage. Also weighing on the score: giving up 6.4 runs a game. That's the biggest issue.

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Royals Game on July 15

No game on this date.

Royals Score & Recap

The Kansas City Royals did not play yesterday.

Royals Record & Standings

AL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
White Sox
5045.526 W3
Guardians
5146.526 W4
Twins
4849.4953.0 W2
Tigers
4452.4586.5 L2
Royals
3859.39213.0 L5

Kansas City Royals are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -3 run differential.

Royals Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
22
Carter Jensen
 13.236.72449
7
Bobby Witt Jr.
 13.286.81639
14
Jac Caglianone
 15.260.78235

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
41
Daniel Lynch IV
 2-22.350.9438.1
52
Michael Wacha
 5-73.771.19119.1
64
Steven Cruz
 2-24.881.3431.1

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
2
Tyler Tolbert
 6 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
52
Michael Wacha
 7.2 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Royals News

Bobby Witt Jr. continues to solidify his status as a cornerstone for the Kansas City Royals, shining in his third All-Star appearance as the AL clinched a 4-0 victory at the Midsummer Classic, where Michael Wacha also made an impact. Back in Kansas City, the club is desperately trying to address its pitching woes, acquiring Easton McGee from the Brewers to bolster a beleaguered staff that has struggled with injuries and performance, reflected in their alarming 6.4 runs allowed per game over the past week. With the Royals sitting at a disappointing 38-59 and a recent 2-5 stretch, the optimism surrounding Witt is overshadowed by the grim prospects of the season. As the trade deadline approaches, the front office faces tough decisions that could reshape the roster amid a bleak run differential and mounting concerns.

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Witt (run), Wacha (2 K's) provide early boost for AL squad
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Witt (run), Wacha (2 K's) provide early boost for AL squad
In an All-Star Game that celebrated America’s 250th birthday in the city that’s considered the country’s birthplace, it was the American League pitchers who shined. They combined to allow just three hits and no extra-base hits while striking out 15 in a 4-0 shutout at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park on
 In City of Brotherly Love, AL rides 3-run 1st to win All-Star Game
MLB.com
In City of Brotherly Love, AL rides 3-run 1st to win All-Star Game
PHILADELPHIA -- It was a celebration of America. And a celebration for the American League. The 2026 All-Star Game defied the regular-season standings that have been marked by unassertive AL teams. The 4-0 AL win in the 96th staging of the Midsummer Classic was more in keeping with a decades-long
 2 former Kansas City Royals who will be on display during 2026 All-Star Game
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2 former Kansas City Royals who will be on display during 2026 All-Star Game
While all eyes among the Royals faithful will be on Bobby Witt Jr. and Michael Wacha at the All-Star Game, there's a pair of notable former names to watch too.
 Royals trade for Brewers outcast in latest effort to solve persistent pitching depth concerns
Kingsofkauffman
Royals trade for Brewers outcast in latest effort to solve persistent pitching depth concerns
The Royals acquired Easton McGee from the Brewers on Tuesday to help combat their dwindling pitching depth which has been ravished by injuries and underperformance.
 All-Star Game Thread
Royals Review
All-Star Game Thread
I hope every MLB fan gets used to Bobby Witt Jr. in the All-Star Game. This is already Witt’s third All-Star Game, and Witt just turned 26 last month. The Kansas City Royals record for most All-Star selections is George Brett with 13; Salvador Perez is second with nine. After that, multiple Royals are tied […]
 The remarkable life of Dan Quisenberry
Royals Review
The remarkable life of Dan Quisenberry
When you hear the name Dan Quisenberry, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Is it his fabulous pitching record? Is it his unusual submarine delivery? Could it be his wicked sense of humor? Maybe it’s his red hair and ’70s police officer/porn star mustache? It might be all or a combination of […]

Royals Upcoming Schedule

The Kansas City Royals host the San Diego Padres for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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