Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians - June 28, 2024

Randy Dobnak’s magic runs out, ironically during the Royals’ Harry Potter nightAnd Q got tossed!

Gavin Williams and the Thirteen Strikeout GameToronto Blue Jays 1 - Cleveland Guardians 6

3 things the Guardians need to do to make a deep postseason runThe Guardians are entering the final month of the MLB season in a good spot.

Guardians reliever’s crazy year comes full circle thanks to September roster expansionLast August the Cleveland Guardians added Carlos Hernández to their bullpen as a response for Emmanuel Clase being placed on paid leave. Thirteen months later,

Royals Review Reacts: What’s the best part of 2026?In a lost season, there have still been bright spots. Which was the brightest?

Royals expand rosters with Drew Waters, Easton McGee, Nolan HoffmanRosters expand to 28.

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

Marlins series preview: An up-and-down seasonThe Marlins are a .500 team despite a low payroll.

Series Preview: Blue Jays at GuardiansOh Canada

A Season-Defining Start for Gavin Williams and the GuardiansNow or never time for the Big Rig

AL Wild Card picture after Colton Cowser’s incredible pushes Orioles closer to Guardians Colton Cowser's amazing catch prevented the Guardians from gaining a 1/2 game on the Orioles yesterday.

Royals’ Red-Hot August Hits September Reality, Cags and Cameron ShineThe Kansas City Royals take two from the Cleveland Guardians, but the August good vibes fall as calendar turns.

Wild AL Wild Card Race 🏁

One month left and it keeps getting crazier 🎥

Guardians fans shouldn’t be scared White Sox unconventional roster addition The Guardians' are still in a good spot even after the White Sox's trade for Tommy Pham.

This Week in the Minors: Hunter Owen wraps up a good month of AugustThe lefty was unhittable this month

Guardians News: Welcome Back, Daniel and CarlosNews and Notes for Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

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Kansas City Royals News: Schreiber now a YankeePlus Jac Caglianone’s recent tear gets some love.

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Orioles taking advantage of Mets' waiver decision throws wrench into Guardians' postseason pathEven if the Orioles haven’t felt like a huge factor in the Guardians’ postseason path so far this season, their steady ascension to the fringes of the Wild Card

Three Positives From the Week of August 23rdAnother positive week for the Guardians has them comfortably in second place.

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Guardians could make tough decision with former rotation staple as Sept. roster expansion nearsGuardians could make tough decision with former rotation staple as Sept. roster expansion nears

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Parker Messick just proved he's the crown jewel of the Guardians' pitching factoryParker Messick's dominant start against the Royals showed how much he's changed in the past year.

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The path to .500With one month left, the Royals are no longer in danger of losing 100 but it would take a titanic effort to lose only 81

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The Royals are going to have to figure out center field next yearShould Isbel continue to be the starting center fielder?

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Chase DeLauter has finally become hitter Guardians fans dreamed he could be At this time last year, Chase DeLauter seemed like a bit of an unknown for the Guardians. Although he was ranked as one of the team’s top prospects, he hadn’t p

Call Up a Bopper, GuardiansLet’s seek some SLG

Se Acercan los Ascensos de SeptiembreFrankie de la Noche persigue un taxi por Columbus para descubrir quiénes ascienden a los Guardians antes de que salga el último bus a Cleveland.

September Call-ups Are ComingFrankie de la Noche chases a taxi through Columbus to catch the Guardians’ September call-ups before the last Greyhound leaves for Cleveland.

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Kansas City Royals news: John Schreiber hits the waiver wireWill the Royals lose the sidearmer?

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

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José Ramírez is BackKansas City Royals 1 - Cleveland Guardians 11

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Guardians dismantle Royals to end road tripNot a great day at the ballpark

Royals vs. Guardians (08/30/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 11-1 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

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Guardians seem set to use September roster expansion to add much-needed bullpen reinforcement It seems like the Guardians are set to add a bullpen arm when rosters expand in September.

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Carter Jensen's recent Royals record should continue to silence position change talksThe idea of the Royals shifting Carter Jensen off catching has arisen this season, but when you break it down, perhaps it's better he stay behind the dish.

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Guardians News: A Royal DrubbingYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Latest Alex Lange let-down further proves Royals must change bullpen strategy this offseasonThe Royals might be rolling of late, but that doesn't mean every name is thriving, as Alex Lange once again reminded KC they may've made a mistake signing him.

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Royals' sudden John Schreiber cut should tell fans all they need to know about playoff chancesAmid a late season hot stretch, the Royals waived reliever John Schreiber. However, perhaps this shows how they actually feel about their postseason chances.

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Guardians fans should be thanking Tarik Skubal after he all but KO’d Tigers from postseason raceTarik Skubal helped out the Guardians by dominating the Tigers in his return to Comerica Park.

Angel Martínez keeps showing why the Guardians didn't give up on himEven if Angel Martínez has some flaws in his game, his power makes up for it.

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Guardians Drop Series To RoyalsGuardians Lose To Royals 3-8

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Silly sixth inning leads to another Royals victory over GuardiansRoyals Devil Magic is in full effect!

David Fry’s sporadic playing time has removed one of Guardians biggest roster advantages The Guardians are making a huge mistake when it comes to David Fry's role.

Royals vs. Guardians (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 8-3 win vs. Cleveland Guardians 🎥

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Royals Playoff Odds: KC's Wild Card chances still minuscule despite blazing-hot August runThe Royals have looked terrific of late. However after digging themselves into a huge hole in the first-half, they might be too far gone to make the postseason.

Don't expect the Guardians to have any surprises up their sleeves when rosters expand in SeptemberAll signs point toward the Guardians calling up two familiar faces when rosters expand on Monday.

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Kansas City Royals news: Have the Royals turned a page?They just keep on winning.

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Minor League Recap - Ralphy is Still Hitting HomersMinor League Recap for Friday, August 28th, 2026.

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Determining how long of a leash Matt Quatraro and J.J. Picollo will have entering 2027The Kansas City Royals cannot afford to waste their young core of players with another disappointing season in 2027.

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

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Guardians News: One to ForgetNews and Notes for Saturday, August 29th, 2026

No matter what, Guardians September call-up could spell doom for at least one former roster stapleThe Guardians could have to choose between calling up Kyle Manzardo and Daniel Schneemann when rosters expand next week.

Death, Taxes, and the Guardians not being able to hit Michael Wacha. Tale as old as time

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Guardians wonder who gave Wacha a power pill as he dominates them a third timeWacha throws his best start of the season on the night the Royals needed it most

Royals vs. Guardians (08/28/2026)

Watch the Game Highlights from Royals vs. Guardians, 08/28/2026 🎥

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The Guardians ascent back to a contender can be traced back to bullpen's quiet dominanceEven if the Cleveland Guardians' bullpen doesn't have the same kind of star power as years prior, it seems to have found its footing.

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Awful AL West Still Dangerous 👀What went wrong and why there's still hope for MLB's worst division 📲

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How Royals' recently recalled longshot converted pitcher was once traded for Roy OswaltThe Royals made a bit of shocking move on Thursday when they recalled reliever Anthony Gose from Omaha - who was once in a trade for a long-removed All-Star.

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Guardians series preview: The two hottest teams in baseballSomething’s gotta give.

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New MLB Team Grades 🔠Updated report cards for every team with 1 month to go 📲

Series Preview: Royals at GuardiansWe’ll never be Royals

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Royals Reacts Results: The playoffs are still a pipe dream6% of you still believe!

The Final 28: Guardians Path to the PlayoffsHere’s how we get there

Minor League Recap: Two more bombs for Nolan Schubart (30 overall)Your best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Guardians News: We’re Rolling Nowww-ahNews and Notes for Friday, August 28th, 2026

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The Guardians need to call Ralphy Velazquez up if they want their offense to reach its final form Ralphy Velazquez is the final piece of the puzzle for the Guardians' offense.

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Former Guardians reliever has a chance to get revenge on Cleveland thanks to Royals call up Former Guardians reliever Anthony Gose could get his revenge this week during the Royals three-game series at Progressive Field.

Royals hammer Blue Jays, win fourth straight seriesA baker’s dozen worth of runs!

Royals vs. Blue Jays (08/27/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 13-2 win vs. Toronto Blue Jays 🎥

Blue Jays Fans Booing Team 🗣️

Nothing to root for as Royals take 10-0 lead

Royals’ Nine-Game Streak Ends, But the Bigger Picture Still Looks GoodAll good things must come to an end, including the Kansas City Royals late-season winning streak.

Michael Massey to the Injured List, Anthony Gose joins the penThe 36-year-old Gose is a former outfielder.

Chase DeLauter could exorcise Guardians Silver Slugger demons with strong final monthChase DeLauter could end the Guardians outfield Silver Slugger drought with a strong September.

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Royals New Concession Items 🤯Kansas City debuting S'mores Tiramisu & 'Grand Slam BBQ Showdown' sliders 📸

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To Ralphy, or Not to Ralphy: That is the QuestionMy kingdom for some SLG

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Tony Gonsolin just made perfect first impression in bid for MLB comeback with RoyalsThe Royals took a swing on a Tony Gonsolin comeback to help repair their starting rotation in 2027. But perhaps he could be gearing up for a 2026 return.

Who could the Royals call up in September?Will the Royals call up someone new, or use the additional space to bring guys up that we’ve seen before?

Guardians positioned well not to repeat 2023 history after Reds’ roster movesThe Guardians need to avoid claiming Eugenio Suárez or TJ Friedl on waivers.

Joey Cantillo just showed Guardians why trusting him in the postseason could be double-edged sword The best and worst of Joey Cantillo was on full display on Wednesday in the Guardians' win over the Angels.

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Why Royals' Jac Caglianone should crash the AL Silver Slugger conversation ahead of scheduleThe award goes to managers and coaches, not writers — and Caglianone's power numbers heading into September make a stronger case than most Royals fans realize.

Kansas City Royals news: The winning streak endsA good time to start a new one

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September Call-Ups to Watch 👀10 players who can make a late-season impact for a contender 📲

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Guardians News - Seven in a RowMorning News for Thursday, August 27th, 2026

Steven Kwan's fantastic second half has helped push the Guardians back into postseason pictureSteven Kwan has been one of the best hitters in baseball across the past two months.

Minor League Recap: Welbyn Homers, Jake Fox Has Huge DayYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Blue Jays bullpen blanks Royals to end the winning streak9 games in a row was it for the Royals as they finally take a loss.

Royals vs. Blue Jays (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Toronto Blue Jays' 3-0 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

The Guardiac Kids strike again! Comeback to Sweep the AngelsHow sweep it is

Guardians vs. Angels (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 4-3 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

Adell Was a Deadline SNAG 🤑

Insider Jon Heyman explains why Guardians won with new addition

Jo Adell’s incredible start to Guardians tenure could lead to him netting unique Silver Slugger win Jo Adell has been building a strong case for the American League's right field Silver Slugger award.

Royals' ailing rotation could soon be getting high upside reinforcement to help fuel hot streakThe Royals signed the injured Tony Gonsolin to a contract nearly two weeks ago, and now they could perhaps get a look at him in the majors before year's end.

A look back at the longest winning streaks in Royals historyHow long can the Royals keep this streak going?

Matt Festa is Good Again, ActuallyCelebrate Festa

José Ramírez and Steven Kwan just showed how good the Guardians’ offense can be The Guardians offense looks a lot better when José Ramírez and Steven Kwan are producing at the top of it.

MLB’s looming CBA lockout is having frustrating impact on Guardians’ prospect pipelineRalphy Velazquez's potential Guardians debut could be impacted by the looming MLB lockout.

3 Royals prospects yet to make their MLB debut who deserve a September call-upKansas City is winning again and roster spots are opening up. These three non-debuted options have earned the right to be part of the Royals' September picture.

Kansas City Royals news: Playoff hopium runs highSome Kansas City Royals are doing their best Dumb and Dumber impression: So you’re telling me there’s a chance?

José Ramírez’s rough season could open door to nightmare Silver Slugger winner for GuardiansWhile José Ramírez’s was able to fight off Junior Caminero to win last year's AL Silver Slugger at third base, it could be a different story this year.

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Every Team's Biggest Red Flag 🚩Breaking down warning signs across the league 📲

N&N: Steven Kwan 5-hit performance spurs comebackYour best source for quality Cleveland Baseball news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Cleveland Offense Battles for the VictoryCleveland Guardians 8 - Los Angeles Angels 6

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Los Angeles Angels vs. Cleveland Guardians - 08/25/2026

Royals win ninth consecutive game with incredible defense when it counted mostWhat a play(s)

Blue Jays series preview: Last year’s AL champsThe Jays don’t appear headed back to the World Series.

Royals' long-shot playoff hopes get unexpected boost after latest Blue Jays injury newsThe Royals' playoff chances are miniscule at best. But needing help from other teams, perhaps the Blue Jays' latest injury diagnosis gave KC a needed break.

Guardians gain Wild Card advantage after Shane Bieber trade burns Blue Jays againSomehow, the Toronto Blue Jays are still in the middle of the American League postseason picture. Their offense stinks and their pitching is nowhere near where

Guardians officially re-enter postseason picture with strong win over Angels The Cleveland Guardians now own the American League's final Wild Card spot after their win over the Angels on Tuesday.

Does a Royals second-half surge mean anything?Can the Royals carry this over into next year?

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Ranking MVP Favorites 📊Top 10 candidates in heated AL, NL races 📲

Cooper Ingle’s June gaffe against Rangers could end up looming large for GuardiansPart of the reason why the Rangers have the postseason tiebreaker over the Guardians is because of Cooper Ingle's misplay against them in June.

2 reasons Jac Caglianone should be Royals' first baseman, 2 why he should stay in outfieldCaglianone has the power profile for first base and the arm for the outfield. Kansas City has two months left to figure out where he fits best in 2027.

This Week in the Minors: The River Bandits continue to surgeWill the High-A affiliate make the playoffs?

Guardians News: Got Five, Looking for SixNews and Notes for Tuesday, August 25th, 2026

Kansas City Royals News: Stadium details trickle outBut there are still a lot of questions.

Former Guardians starter blossoming into staple in Rangers’ rotation (and could be huge postseason roadblock)Cal Quantrill has helped pitch the Rangers into the middle of the Guardians' postseason path.

Guardians Score Four to Win Five In a RowYou can’t pitch to Hedgey anymore

Guardians vs. Angels (08/24/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 4-2 win vs. Los Angeles Angels 🎥

Royals News: Salvador Perez speed, KC undrafted free agent thrives, Justin Topa new MLB opportunityThe Royals are making noise in the AL right now amid a spectacular win-streak and there's plenty of other headlines beyond the win-streak to pay attention to.

Rangers-White Sox series gives Guardians golden opportunity to gain ground in postseason raceThe Guardians have a great chance to make up some ground in both the Wild Card and AL Central races thanks to the Rangers-White Sox series.

Royals Playoff Odds: What would it take for KC to turn insane run into Wild Card reality?The Royals are on a torrid pace of late, winning eight straight games and nine of their last 10. Were we all too early counting them out of the playoff picture?

Royals Review Reacts Survey - Are the Royals closer than they appear?Playoffs? Don’t talk about playoffs!

Much-needed Guardians lineup update shows just how much front office nailed trade deadlineThe Guardians lineup dominated this weekend while having an unprecedented amount of consistency. The trade deadline helped with that.

Stephen Vogt Needs to Pick a Lineup and Stick With ItA call for consistency

Stephen Vogt Tiene Que Elegir Una Alineación Y Mantenerla.Un llamado a la coherencia

What was Little League like for you?Were you a Bad News Bear?

A Perfect Royals Homestand, a Red-Hot Lineup, and Late-Season HopiumThe Kansas City Royals keep things rolling at home against the Detroit Tigers with a whole-team effort.