JULY 7, 2022•KANSASCITY.COM
Royals' Pasquantino looking forward to facing former ODU star, Virginia native VerlanderThe Royals’ rookie slugger followed Verlander in more ways than one.
LEADING OFF: Verlander, Gonsolin go for 11th; Cole at Fenway
Justin Verlander looks to become the first 11-game winner in the majors when Houston hosts the last-place Royals in the finale of a four-game series Thursday afternoonJULY 7, 2022•ASSOCIATED PRESS
Keller, Royals Looking For Game Three Win Against AstrosThe Royals look to generate some momentum heading into the final game of their set on Thursday.
JULY 6, 2022•STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Yuli Gurriel - On bench WednesdayGurriel isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Royals.
ImpactGurriel logged hits in four of the last five matchups and went 4-for-17 with a homer, a double, four runs and three RBI during that time. Aledmys Diaz is starting at first base and batting sixth Wednesday.
JULY 6, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Jose Altuve - Takes seat WednesdayAltuve isn't starting Wednesday against the Royals.
ImpactAltuve has recorded hits in each of the last five games and has slashed .429/.500/.667 with a homer, two doubles, four runs, three RBI and a stolen base during that time. However, he'll get a day off while Mauricio Dubon starts at second base and leads off.
JULY 6, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Report: Blue Jays to Claim Reliever Matt Peacock From RoyalsThe Blue Jays will claim right-handed reliever Matt Peacock from the Royals, per reports.
JULY 6, 2022•STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Edward Olivares - Shaping up as everyday playerOlivares will start in right field and bat sixth in Wednesday's game against the Astros.
ImpactOlivares has now started three times in the last four occasions that the Royals have opposed right-handed pitchers, as he appears to be getting a look as an everyday player rather than in the short side of a platoon with the lefty-hitting Kyle Isbel. Since coming off the injured list June 24, Olivares has produced only five hits in 28 at-bats, but three have left the yard.
JULY 6, 2022•ROTOWIRE
