Cincinnati Reds vs. Kansas City Royals - August 18, 2024

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WinnerB. Singer (9-8)

LoserA. Abbott (10-10)

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Top 5Dairon Blanco homers to center field.

Top 3Salvador Perez out on a sacrifice fly to center field to TJ Friedl. Bobby Witt scores.

Top 3Vinnie Pasquantino singles to right field. Bobby Witt to second. Dairon Blanco scores.

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Royals start strong but lose a stinker to the fish https://t.co/y0cZGAbewX

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It was fun to dream for a few days there. Hope you enjoyed it, because that's about all the fun we're going to get until next season...whenever next season begins.

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FINAL: Marlins 9, Royals 6

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Joel Goldberg

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#Royals lose 9-6. Scored five in the 1st after trailing 2-0 but not much after. Carter Jensen two homers including a franchise record 6th leadoff HR. Salvy Perez also homered. Noah Cameron 5IP 4H 4R. Jose Cuas & Alex Lange gave up five runs. 1st series loss since Aug 10-12.

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FINAL: Marlins 9, Royals 6

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Show up for Carter Jensen's second home run of the night, stick around for the catch by Bullpen Coach Mitch Stetter! 🤯

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Royals start strong but lose a stinker to the fishScoring 5 in the first was not enough.

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Marlins vs. Royals (09/02/2026)

Full highlights from Miami Marlins' 9-6 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

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Carlos Estevez's situation with Royals just went from bad to worse with surgery newsWith Carlos Estévez's nightmare season completely derailed due to injuries, the Kansas City Royals have been unable to fill the void he left behind.

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Padres vs. Reds (09/02/2026)

Full highlights from Cincinnati Reds' 7-3 win vs. San Diego Padres 🎥

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The Royals didn’t call up Carson Roccaforte or Gavin Cross for some interesting reasonsWe’ll have to wait longer.

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Checking in Royals 2026 draftees who have already made their pro debutsAfter missing the playoffs in 2025, the Royals lucked out in the MLB draft lottery for 2026, jumping from 13th-best odds to the sixth pick in the draft. As a wh

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Sal Stewart’s rookie year in the context of Cincinnati Reds historyWhere do his rookie exploits rank among the greats in Reds history?

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Kansas City Royals news: Quatraro gets ejectedPlus Carlos Estevez gets shoulder surgery.

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MLB Players Expect LockoutMany around majors preparing for 'lengthy' work stoppage (ESPN)

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Padres vs. Reds (09/01/2026)

Full highlights from Cincinnati Reds' 4-3 win vs. San Diego Padres 🎥

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Marlins vs. Royals (09/01/2026)

Full highlights from Miami Marlins' 6-3 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

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Cincinnati Reds sign veteran infielder Orlando Arcia to minor league dealHe’ll provide infield depth at a time when the Reds roster is stretched thin.

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

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Reds activate LHP Brandon Williamson, recall infielder Juan Brito as rosters expandCincinnati’s roster expands to 28 in the month of September.

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Cincinnati Reds vs. San Diego Padres - Nick Lodolo vs. Randy VasquezThe Reds try again to score a run off San Diego pitching.

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

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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 📲

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

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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.

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

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

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Padres vs. Reds (08/31/2026)

Full highlights from San Diego Padres' 5-0 win vs. Cincinnati Reds 🎥

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Cincinnati Reds vs. San Diego Padres - Brady Singer vs. Michael KingGo Reds!

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Reds set to limit innings on Chase Burns as Brandon Williamson returnsCincinnati’s rotation is set to get more depth down the stretch.

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How the former 1st round draft picks of the Reds have looked in 2026Sadly, there’s not another Sal Stewart on the horizon.

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Elly Back in Reds LineupDe La Cruz serving as DH after exiting Sunday's game with quad tightness

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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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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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Reds blast four homers in 7-5 win over Cubs on Sunday Night BaseballThe win gave the Reds the series victory over the Cubs in Wrigley.

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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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Chase Burns leads Reds vs. Cubs on Sunday Night BaseballCan the Reds bounce back after Saturday’s debacle?

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Reds/Cubs Sunday Night Baseball game to begin in rain delayIt’s a tarp!

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

04:57

Royals vs. Guardians (08/30/2026)

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

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

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Royals vs. Guardians (08/29/2026)

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

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Two Reds pitchers named Dominican Summer League All-Stars - redsminorleagues.comCincinnati Reds prospects Ysaias Escalona and Luis Avila were named Dominican Summer League All-Stars for their 2026 with the DSL Reds.

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Sal Stewart launches his 30th homer of the 2026 seasonThat’s a 30 homer, 100 RBI season for Cincinnati’s prized rookie!

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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.

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Hector Rodriguez back at leadoff as Reds look to take series from CubsFresh off a big win Friday, the Reds look to win the series in Wrigley.

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

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Reds prospect Ysaias Escalona named DSL Pitcher of the Year - redsminorleagues.comCincinnati Reds pitching prospect Ysaias Escalona has been named the 2026 Dominican Summer League Pitcher of the year.

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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 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

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Royals vs. Guardians (08/28/2026)

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

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Multipe Reds prospects named Arizona Complex League All-Stars - redsminorleagues.comFour players from the Cincinnati Reds organization were named Arizona Complex League All-Stars for the 2026 season.

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Reds vs. Cubs (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Cincinnati Reds' 10-8 win vs. Chicago Cubs 🎥

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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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Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs - Rhett Lowder vs. David PetersonCan the Reds win a second baseball game…in a row?!

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The Reds still have a Ke’Bryan Hayes mess on their handsYep, he’ll probably be the Reds 3B on Opening Day 2027.

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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 📲

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Eugenio Suárez in Reds lineup for series opener in Wrigley against CubsThe Reds begin a series against the Cubs that’s somewhat important to one of the teams involved.

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

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

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

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

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Blue Jays Fans Booing Team 🗣️

Nothing to root for as Royals take 10-0 lead

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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.

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

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

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TJ Friedl, Eugenio Suárez clear waivers and stay with Cincinnati RedsThe two went unclaimed while on outright waivers this week.

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The DSL Reds take game one of the Championship Series - redsminorleagues.comThe Dominican Summer League Reds picked up a win in game one of the Dominican Summer League Championship over the DSL Padres Gold.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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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Geno Suárez, Friedl on WaiversReds make slugger, OF available to claim (The Athletic)

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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.

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

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

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Reds roar back for 10-9 win over Giants with 7-run 9th inningThe Reds marked their biggest 9th inning comeback in some 70 years in taking down the Giants!

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Reds vs. Giants (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Cincinnati Reds' 10-9 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

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Cincinnati Reds vs. San Francisco Giants - Nick Lodolo vs. Logan WebbThe Cincinnati Reds try again to play baseball better than their opponents today!

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Vitello Heated After Toss 😡

Giants manager tells umpire to 'get it right' after arguing check swing

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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.

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Hector Rodriguez hits leadoff for Reds as Terry Francona gets desperate for offenseThe latest in the chronicles of the Reds trying to score a run in a baseball game…

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

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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.

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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?

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

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CIN at SF Game Highlights

San Francisco Giants vs. Cincinnati Reds - 08/25/2026

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

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Cincinnati Reds vs. San Francisco Giants - Brady Singer vs. Adrian HouserAnother night of the Cincinnati Reds attempting to play the game of baseball professionally.

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

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Reds top prospect Alfredo Duno activated from the injured list - redsminorleagues.comThe Cincinnati Reds farm system had a lot of roster moves take place on Tuesday, with Alfredo Duno being activated headlining the list.

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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.

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Will the Cincinnati Reds really stick with Ke’Bryan Hayes for 2027?The contract is long, and the production is short. Who gets the 3B job in 2027?

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The DSL Reds win, will play for the league championship - redsminorleagues.comThe Dominican Summer League Reds won their playoff series on Tuesday and have advanced to the Dominican Summer League Championship series.

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

Bleacher Report•1w

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

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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.

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

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

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Reds vs. Giants (08/24/2026)

Full highlights from San Francisco Giants' 5-0 win vs. Cincinnati Reds 🎥

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Cincinnati Reds vs. San Francisco Giants - Chase Burns vs. Carson WhisenhuntThe Reds begin a series down by the Bay! Where the watermelons grow!

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Michael Toglia’s season likely done as he heads for shoulder surgeryHis shoulder dislocation needs to be medically repaired.

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Savor another Chase Burns start tonight while you still canCincinnati’s ace gets the ball in the series opener in San Francisco.

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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.

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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?

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

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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.

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MLB, MLBPA Meeting RegularlyCommissioner Rob Manfred confident deal will be made amid CBA talks (ESPN)

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Updated MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮How postseason could unfold with roughly one month left ➡️

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊See where the Reds land in our latest batch of power rankings 📲

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3 reasons Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. may once again come up short in AL MVP raceThe Kansas City Royals' superstar will likely have to wait another season to secure his first MVP award, but once again it doesn't appear to be his fault.

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Kansas City Royals news: Eight in a row!Will the Royals ever lose again?

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MLB Playoff Picture Shaping UpEvery AL West team has a losing record with 5 weeks to go. Full standings 📲

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Royals Win 8th Straight 👑

Kansas City sweeps Detroit inching closer in Wild Card race

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The Royals complete a perfect homestand with a Sunday sweep of the TigersWhere has this been all year?

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Salvy Shows Old Man Speed 💨

Veteran catcher has fans on their feet after 1st steal in five years 🎥

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Cincinnati Reds vs. Arizona Diamondbacks - Andrew Abbott vs. Mitch BrattThe Reds look to steal the series victory from Arizona.

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Royals' worst position in 2026 has been a glaring problem for an entire decadeKansas City ranks dead last in DH production this season — and it's not a new problem. The numbers paint a damning picture of an organizational blind spot.

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Biggest MLB Disappointments 😔10 early-season names who failed to meet expectations five months into season ➡️

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The DSL Reds advance in the playoffs (with some video) - redsminorleagues.comThe Dominican Summer League Reds moved on to the semifinal round of the playoffs with a blowout win on Saturday.

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Reds OF Hits Homer For Cycle 🔁

JJ Bleday becomes firs Reds player since Elly De La Cruz to reach milestone

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Reds vs. Diamondbacks (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Cincinnati Reds' 11-5 win vs. Arizona Diamondbacks 🎥

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JJ Bleday homers to complete the cycle against Arizona DiamondbacksIt marked the 8th cycle in franchise history.

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Wacha eats ghosts of losses past, Royals win seventh straightA pair of solo shots proved all the Royals would need behind an excellent effort from the Pac-Man sound effect.

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Tigers vs. Royals (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 3-1 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

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Cincinnati Reds vs. Arizona Diamondbacks - Rhett Lowder vs. Michael SorokaThe Reds again try to win a baseball game.

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Tommy Pham Beefs with Reds 😳Former Cincy OF trades jabs with Dane Myers in social media thread

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Royals History: Who Salvador Perez is still chasing for Kauffman Stadium RBI recordFifty-plus seasons of Royals baseball at one address means a deep leaderboard of franchise legends. Perez is climbing, but the top of that list is not close.

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MLB HR Leader Rankings 📊Where each squad's slugger stacks up from obvious to most shocking ➡️

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Kansas City Royals news: Major changes to coaching staff unlikelyPlus Maikel Garcia could be out for the year.

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Maikel Garcia injury created Royals roster shuffle giving surging farmhand next MLB opportunityKansas City just swept the Athletics, but Friday's transactions bring fresh roster questions as they opened a homestand without a key piece of their lineup.

04:58

Reds vs. Diamondbacks (08/21/2026)

Full highlights from Arizona Diamondbacks' 9-0 win vs. Cincinnati Reds 🎥

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History does not repeat; Royals win sixth straightThe Royals hung on to beat Troy Melton this time.

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Tigers vs. Royals (08/21/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 5-2 win vs. Detroit Tigers 🎥

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Cincinnati Reds vs. Arizona Diamondbacks - Nick Lodolo vs. Eduardo RodriguezThe Reds face the Arizona Diamondbacks with their star Ketel Marte on the injured list.

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MLB Players' Weekend Gear 🤩Tap for the best bats, gloves and cleats you'll see this weekend 📲

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Reds activate Tony Santillan ahead of series against DiamondbacksThe Reds finally welcome back a key cog of their bullpen.

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Royals quietly cut ties with former closer after reunion opportunity fell flat on it's faceOnce Kansas City's most reliable late-inning arm, Barlow returned to an organization that desperately needed him but couldn't recapture that late-inning magic.

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Maikel Garcia lands on the Injured List, Matthew Lugo called upJose Cuas also returns.

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Tyler Tolbert should be playing every dayA potential late bloomer?

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Tigers series preview: It doesn’t take much to be in the Wild Card raceThe race for mediocrity.