Kansas City Royals News & Updates
The Kansas City Royals were 0-0, 1st in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Kansas City Royals eked out a win over the Cleveland Guardians 3-2 at Kauffman Stadium.
Royals Game on September 28
No game on this date.
Royals Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Kansas City Royals eked out a win over the Cleveland Guardians 3-2 at Kauffman Stadium.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 |
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 2 |
Highlights
- Vinnie Pasquantino went 2-4 with 2 HR and 2 RBI.
Royals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | .239 | .790 | 81 | |
| 23 | .289 | .834 | 75 | |
| 21 | .229 | .657 | 78 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-10 | 3.32 | 1.11 | 200.2 | |
| 9-8 | 4.11 | 1.23 | 177.1 | |
| 3-5 | 3.51 | 1.40 | 74.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 4 RBI, .538 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 3 RBI, .667 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games |
Royals News
Bobby Witt Jr., Carter Jensen, and Jac Caglianone are on the cusp of potential All-MLB glory, reflecting the Royals' bright spots despite a disappointing season. Witt's impressive play has made him a finalist, but the team's overall performance left much to be desired in 2026. With the offseason upon us, Kansas City is looking at a slate of free agents, paving the way for fresh talent and hopefully a more competitive roster. Meanwhile, the excitement around No. 3 prospect Gomez making history in the Fall League adds a silver lining to the future. The Royals stand at 0-0, ready to redefine themselves as they move into a critical offseason, but fans should take heart in the emerging stars that could represent the dawn of a new era.
Royals Upcoming Schedule
No upcoming series scheduled for the Kansas City Royals.
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