KANSAS CITY ROYALS NEWS

Cubs open series with Royals desperate to find offense The fading Chicago Cubs open a three-game series against the host Kansas City Royals, hoping their first road trip after the All-Star break...

JULY 26 • KANSASCITY.COM

Witt Jr. hosts youth camp in support of Royals superfan with ALS KANSAS CITY -- Chants of “BOB-BY, BOB-BY” filled the football field at Bishop Miege High School on Thursday morning, with about 400 kids sho...

JULY 25 • MLB.COM

2024 MLB trade deadline: Ranking 40 players who could make the most impact

While there might be players more likely to get traded, these are the top difference-makers who could shape the deadline.

JULY 25

How to Watch Royals vs. Cubs: TV Channel & Live Stream - July 26

Preview the July 26 matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago Cubs with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

JULY 25 • DATA SKRIVE

2024 MLB trade deadline: 5 teams that should be full-blown sellers

MLB's expanded playoffs have fooled middling teams into thinking they're contenders. Here are five clubs who should unload before the trade...

JULY 25

Royals vs. Cubs Prediction, Odds, Picks - July 26

Preview the July 26 matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago Cubs with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

JULY 25 • DATA SKRIVE

Vinnie Pasquantino - Drives in two in loss Pasquantino went 3-for-4 with a walk and two RBI in Wednesday's 8-6 loss to the Diamondbacks.

Impact Pasquantino appears to be taking inspiration from teammate Bobby Witt -- this was the former's second three-hit effort in the last three games. Pasquantino has gotten to turning around his season in July, batting .304 this month, though he's still lacking in power with a .377 slugging percentage over 17 games in that span. For the year, the first baseman has a .258/.320/.425 slash line with 11 home runs, 66 RBI, 44 runs scored, 23 doubles and two triples over 99 contests.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Bobby Witt - Reaches four times in loss Witt went 3-for-4 with a walk and a run scored in Wednesday's 8-6 loss to the Diamondbacks.

Impact Witt took a one-day break from cranking out three-hit efforts Tuesday, then got right back to it Wednesday with his fifth such game in six contests since the All-Star break. The shortstop entered the break hitting .323 on the year and has lifted that already stellar mark to .344 with his recent surge. He's posted a .983 OPS, 18 home runs, 23 stolen bases, 70 RBI, 83 runs scored, 28 doubles and 10 triples as one of the absolute best five-category producers this season.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

James McArthur - Implodes in ninth inning McArthur (4-4) allowed five runs on four hits and a walk while striking out one over one inning, taking the loss and a blown save Wednesday versus the Diamondbacks.

Impact McArthur had been better of late, allowing just two runs (one earned) over his previous 12 innings, but it was a full meltdown for the right-hander in Wednesday's contest. He blew a one-run lead on a Gabriel Moreno two-run double and then surrendered a three-run home run to Ketel Marte. McArthur is now 17-for-22 in save chances this year with a 4.91 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 33:9 K:BB through 40.1 innings. He's hardly been convincing throughout the campaign, though the Royals previously lacked better options to replace him in the ninth inning. That may change going forward with Hunter Harvey on the roster, though Harvey was used in the eighth inning Wednesday and could remain in a setup role he's filled all year both with Washington and Kansas City.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Hunter Harvey - Grabs first hold with new team Harvey walked one and hit a batter in a scoreless and hitless inning to earn a hold in Wednesday's 8-6 loss to the Diamondbacks.

Impact While the Royals failed to hold the lead, it wasn't Harvey's fault, as he protected a one-run advantage in the eighth inning. Harvey is in a high-leverage role following his trade from the Nationals, though he has yet to differentiate himself from the other middling late-inning options on Kansas City's roster. For the year, he has a 4.21 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 52:14 K:BB with no saves, 27 holds and two blown saves. James McArthur has functioned as the Royals' closer this year, but his continued struggles since May leave him on shaky ground, potentially opening the door for Harvey or other relievers like Chris Stratton, John Schreiber and Sam Long to get looks for saves as long as the team remains in the playoff hunt.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Dodgers signing P Jordan Lyles to minors deal The Los Angeles Dodgers are signing right-hander Jordan Lyles to a minor league deal, the New York Post reported Thursday.Lyles, 33, was rel...

JULY 25 • KANSASCITY.COM

MJ Melendez - Cleared for rehab assignment Melendez (ankle) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Northwest Arkansas on Thursday.

Impact Melendez sprained his left ankle July 14 and was placed on the injured list over the All-Star break, but he's ready for game action a week and a half later. Given the brevity of his absence, Melendez may need just one rehab game before getting the green light to rejoin the Royals, perhaps as soon as this weekend's series versus the Cubs. Whenever he's activated, Melendez should settle back in as the Royals' primary left fielder against right-handed pitching.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Wacha - Allows three homers Wacha did not factor into the decision in a loss to the Diamondbacks on Wednesday, allowing three hits on six hits and one walk over 4.2 innings while striking out one.

Impact Wacha didn't have his best stuff Wednesday, surrendering a solo homer to Eugenio Suarez in the second inning and later giving up another two long balls, back-to-back, in the fourth to put Kansas City at a 3-1 deficit. The three home runs allowed marked a season high for the veteran right-hander, while his one strikeout on the night also marked his lowest total of the campaign. Wacha had gone at least five innings in 10 consecutive starts heading into Wednesday's matchup.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

D-backs use 5-run 9th to rally past Royals Gabriel Moreno’s go-ahead two-run double in the ninth inning on Wednesday evening rallied the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks past the Kansas...

JULY 25 • THESTATE.COM

D-backs use 5-run 9th to rally past Royals Gabriel Moreno’s go-ahead two-run double in the ninth inning on Wednesday evening rallied the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks past the Kansas...

JULY 25 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Gabriel Moreno hits go-ahead double in 5-run 9th inning, the Diamondbacks beat the Royals 8-6

Gabriel Moreno gave Arizona the lead in the ninth inning with a two-run double, Ketel Marte added a three-run homer and the Diamondbacks beat the Kansas City Royals 8-6 on Wednesda...

JULY 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MJ Melendez - Resumes on-field work Melendez (ankle) was spotted running on the field at Kauffman Stadium prior to Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Joel Goldberg of Bally Sports Kansas City reports.

Impact Ten days after spraining his left ankle before he landed on the injured list over the All-Star break, Melendez appears to be making great strides in his recovery. In addition to running the bases, Melendez has also been able to take swings in the batting cage and take part in defensive drills this week. The Royals are expected to re-evaluate Melendez on Thursday and determine whether he's fit to return from the IL during this weekend's three-game series with the Cubs, or if he'll first need to head out on a minor-league rehab assignment.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

'Dream come true:' Jac Caglianone officially joins Kansas City Royals organization The Kansas City Royals introduced first-round pick Jac Caglianone on Wednesday afternoon.

JULY 25 • KANSASCITY.COM

Live Updates: Royals vs. Diamondbacks (Game Three) Kansas City can avenge its lone loss after the All-Star break with a win on Wednesday night.

JULY 24 • SI.COM

Hunter Renfroe - Out of Kansas City lineup Renfroe is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Renfroe started the first two games of the series, homering Monday and drawing a couple walks Tuesday, but he'll begin Wednesday's tilt on the bench. Drew Waters is drawing a start in right field for the series finale.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Royals Star on Pace to Do Something Not Done Since the 1800s in Baseball History The Kansas City Royals lost on Tuesday night 6-2 to the Arizona Diamondbacks in their first loss since the All-Star break. They are now 56-4...

JULY 24 • SI.COM

Royals turn to Michael Wacha in bid for series win vs. D-backs The Kansas City Royals are attempting to look beyond hot-hitting Bobby Witt Jr.as a means for success on Wednesday when they play the rubber...

JULY 24 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

2024 MLB trade deadline: Biggest needs, player fits for top contenders

With the MLB trade deadline just days away, here is each contender’s biggest need — and one possible target who could fill the void.

JULY 24

Royals and Diamondbacks meet in series rubber match

Both the Kansas City Royals and the Arizona Diamondbacks are looking for a series win with a victory on Wednesday

JULY 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

How to Watch Royals vs. Diamondbacks: TV Channel & Live Stream - July 24

Preview the July 24 matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Arizona Diamondbacks with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and m...

JULY 24 • DATA SKRIVE