Detroit Tigers vs. Kansas City Royals - August 01, 2024

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Recap

Box Score

Plays

Social

Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Royals logo, Royals 61-49, 1 3, 2 0, 3 0, 4 0, 5 0, 6 0, 7 1, 8 2, 9 1, R 7, H 10, E 0

Tigers logo, Tigers 52-58, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 1, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 1, H 4, E 0

Pitching

WinnerS. Lugo (13-5)

LoserK. Montero (1-5)

Scoring

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Top 7Freddy Fermin singles to right field. Michael Massey scores.

Bot 4Bligh Madris out on a sacrifice fly to left field to Garrett Hampson. Colt Keith scores.

Top 1Vinnie Pasquantino homers to right field. Bobby Witt scores. Maikel Garcia scores.

What's Buzzing

Sarah Langs

10h

The Brewers are the second team to have a reliever earn the win in at least 5 of their first 6 games of a postseason, joining: The 2014 Royals But KC had 6 wins, 5 from RP MIL has 5 wins, all RP

Sarah Langs

11h

William Contreras’ three home runs are tied for the most as catcher in a team’s first 6 games of a postseason, with: 2024 Kyle Higashioka 2023 Gabriel Moreno 2015 Salvador Perez 2005 Bengie Molina 2004 Jason Varitek

MLB

11h

WILLIAM CONTRERAS, TIE GAME 💥

MLB Pipeline

13h

Zyhir Hope (@Tigers) swats his first homer in Fall League action! MLB's No. 26 prospect is 6-for-12 over his past four AFL games:

Prospects Live

14h

PLive forecasted lineup for the 2029 Detroit Tigers! For the purposes of this exercise we assume no free agent acquisitions and that all expiring contracts are not renewed. Be sure to check into PLive for tomorrow's Tigers Dynasty Outlook article!

Foul Territory

18h

Monday edition of Foul Territory! • MLB insider @BNightengale • Royals 1B Vinnie Pasquantino • MLB analyst @PerezEd Today's hosts: @AJPierzynski12, @ErikKratz31, @ScottBraun. Watch: https://t.co/YlTuOa7cVB

Bleacher Report•10h

New Truths from NLCS, ALCS 🧐What we learned after Brewers take 2-0 lead, Guardians win Game 1 ➡️

Bleacher Report•12h

Family Bikes to 30 MLB Parks ❤️Dad and son covered nearly 10,000 miles to every team's stadium for charity 🎥

www.royalsreview.com•17h

2026 Royals season in review: Jac CaglianoneWhat a difference a year makes

www.royalsreview.com•19h

Evaluating four years of Brewers transactions to compare to the RoyalsHow does J.J. Picollo compare to the best front office executive in baseball?

Bleacher Report•23h

Ranking Top 25 Trade Chips For Offseason 🔢Why Michael Wacha could be one of the better pitchers on the move ➡️

Bleacher Report•23h

MLB Postseason Winners/Losers 📊Biggest takeaways from first two rounds 📲

motorcitybengals.com•19h

Tarik Skubal's disappointing NLCS showing is drudging up less-than-fond Tigers memoriesTarik Skubal's five-inning NLCS appearance for the Dodgers conjured up bad memories of the Tigers' 2025 ALDS.

kingsofkauffman.com•20h

Royals could find their next breakout player in this overlooked prospectThe Kansas City Royals have an unhittable pitching prospect in their minor league system that is itching to breakout very soon.

www.blessyouboys.com•21h

Detroit Tigers News: Zyhir Hope starts well in Arizona Fall League actionHope is off to a solid start, but the rest of the Tigers AFL contingent has been pretty quiet early on.

www.royalsreview.com•21h

Kansas City Royals news: How will the Royals upgrade the bullpen?And who ya got in the ALCS?

motorcitybengals.com•23h

White Sox just experienced a Guardians fate the Tigers know all too wellTigers fans felt the White Sox's pain after Chicago blew a two-game ALDS lead and the Guardians advanced.

Bleacher Report•2d

ALCS & NLCS Predictions 🔮4 teams competing for a World Series berth. Brewers can stop the 3-peat 📲

motorcitybengals.com•1d

New intel reveals a denied Braves path for Tigers in Tarik Skubal trade talksThe Braves were reportedly unwilling to give up a piece that might've given them an edge over the Dodgers in Tarik Skubal trade talks with the Tigers.

kingsofkauffman.com•1d

This bargain free agent could fill a glaring roster hole on the Royals rosterThe Kansas City Royals could use a lot of help with their pitching staff, and this player could provide exactly what they need.

motorcitybengals.com•1d

Checking in on the Tigers' prospects at finishing school in the Arizona Fall LeagueThese three Tigers prospects are all hoping to impact the major league roster very soon. What have they shown us so far in the Arizona Fall League?

kingsofkauffman.com•2d

Royals could benefit from MLB's playoff proposal sooner than expectedMLB's newest collective bargaining proposal has a rule that could actually help the Kansas City Royals' chances in the playoffs.

www.royalsreview.com•2d

Kansas City Royals news: Angeibel Gomez turns heads in ArizonaAnd more on what KC approved for the ballpark.

motorcitybengals.com•2d

Jace Jung is a direct contradiction to Tigers’ bullish top prospect approachThe Detroit Tigers have hung onto prospects under Scott Harris, but Jace Jung's struggles show how that isn't always the best strategy.

kingsofkauffman.com•2d

5 indispensable pieces of the Royals future, 2 players on the discard pileThe Kansas City Royals need to figure out who they want to build around and who needs to go so a return to the postseason becomes a reality.

Bleacher Report•2d

Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

motorcitybengals.com•2d

Baseball America report card reveals Tigers buried sneaky slugger deep in 2026 draftThe Tigers may have found themselves a hidden gem in the 11th round of the 2026 MLB Draft according to Baseball America.

motorcitybengals.com•3d

Tigers dismiss two athletic trainers after injury surge that may have doomed their 2026The Tigers fired two members of their training staff after an injury-plagued season.

Bleacher Report•3d

10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the most unexpected triumphs ➡️

www.royalsreview.com•3d

Here are the changes MLB owners and players have suggested, but what do YOU want?Here are what owners and players have proposed.

kingsofkauffman.com•3d

Timing is perfect for Royals to make aggressive trade push for Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr.The Kansas City Royals should make the aggressive move this offseason and use Ronald Acuna Jr.'s potential fallout with the Atlanta Braves as the catalyst.

Bleacher Report•3d

New FA Rumors and PredictionsLanding spots for buzzing players 📲

motorcitybengals.com•3d

Tarik Skubal interview after Dodgers' NLDS clinch shows he was never coming back to TigersTarik Skubal doesn't have to admit it for Tigers fans to know he's going back to the Dodgers in 2027.

www.royalsreview.com•3d

2026 Royals season in review: The best defensive playsThe Royals love the glove.

www.royalsreview.com•3d

Kansas City Royals news: City Council approves downtown ballpark TIFAnd could MLB go to a 154-game schedule?

www.blessyouboys.com•3d

Detroit Tigers News: MLB proposes shortened regular season, Kevin McGonigle wins another awardBaseball America names Kevin McGonigle the overall Rookie of the Year.

Bleacher Report•3d

Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw Detroit needs to address in 2027 📲

motorcitybengals.com•3d

Tigers' solution to unlocking Framber Valdez in 2027 feels too simple to be trueCould the Tigers' solution to Framber Valdez's woes be as simple as they say?

motorcitybengals.com•4d

Colt Keith's extension is barreling toward bust status for Tigers, but there's still hopeColt Keith has a chance at living up to his Tigers contract if his game improves in this key area.

Bleacher Report•4d

Jazz's Best FA Fits📍Why the Tigers would be a fantastic fit for the two-time All-Star 📲

Bleacher Report•4d

🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

motorcitybengals.com•4d

This Tigers-Phillies package could bring Bryce Harper to Detroit (but Scott Harris would never allow it)The only Tigers trade package the Phillies would accept for Bryce Harper makes it clear it'll never happen.

Bleacher Report•4d

Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Tigers should look to sign one of San Diego's free agents ➡️

kingsofkauffman.com•4d

Carter Jensen keeps racking up the honors for incredible rookie seasonAnother media outlet has honored Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen after an incredible rookie season that blew the projection systems out of the water

www.royalsreview.com•4d

2026 Royals season in review: Noah CameronHow did the lefty do?

www.royalsreview.com•4d

Kansas City Royals news: The Playoffs are heating upOnly one divisional series remains

motorcitybengals.com•4d

This Tigers stat helps explain why 2026 season felt like such a rollercoasterThe Tigers' streakiness and extreme scoring ultimately doomed their 2026 season.

Bleacher Report•5d

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

motorcitybengals.com•5d

Jack Flaherty's Tigers tenure is over, but he may be a starting point for Detroit's offseasonThe Tigers rotation probably only needs one arm for reinforcement, and he might look a lot like Jack Flaherty on paper.

motorcitybengals.com•5d

Tigers should consider an exception to offseason rule for ideal Matt Vierling replacementThis utility man hitting free agency could be the perfect supplement to the Tigers' existing offense.

kingsofkauffman.com•5d

The Reds' qualifying offer decision could open the door for a Royals reunionThe Kansas City Royals should consider a reunion with Brady Singer this offseason, as long as the Reds don't extend him the qualifying offer

www.royalsreview.com•5d

2026 Royals season in review: The best home runsThe season of dongs.

www.royalsreview.com•5d

Underrated Royals: Rey SanchezHad glove, will travel

motorcitybengals.com•5d

Freddie Freeman fanboying over Justin Verlander might've had Tigers fans briefly rooting for LAJustin Verlander made his first foray into broadcast with an appearance on FOX Sports' coverage of the NLDS.

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

www.blessyouboys.com•5d

MLB experiments with outfield positioning restrictions in the Arizona Fall LeagueYes, the league is experimenting with even more ways to manipulate the game.

Bleacher Report•5d

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Tigers will decide to keep or let go of their most coveted available player ➡️

www.royalsreview.com•5d

Kansas City Royals news: All (stadium) business in KCDespite the Kansas City Royals leaving Truman Sports complex, could the area find new life?

www.blessyouboys.com•5d

Detroit Tigers News: Riley Greene Hank Aaron Award, MLB Postseason, Mason Miller tipping, Shohei OhtaniPlus, so much postseason chatter.

motorcitybengals.com•5d

Grading Tigers’ 2026 starting rotation in the aftermath of the Tarik Skubal tradeEven in the aftermath of the Tarik Skubal trade, the Tigers’ starting rotation found a way to get the job done in the final two months.

motorcitybengals.com•6d

Why Tigers can't take the easy way out again with Gleyber Torres after Qualifying Offer announcementThe Tigers can't extend the qualifying offer to Gleyber Torres, but they probably won't try to keep him anyway.

bleacherreport.com•1w

Build a World Series Champ 🎮Tap to play. Share your record in the comments ⬇️

calltothepen.com•6d

The greatest MLB player from every stateBaseball is America’s pastime for a reason. It remains the one sport kids play from a young age and remain active in through high school in many cases. There ar

motorcitybengals.com•6d

Tigers watching White Sox ruin GuardsBall for second straight year has been an ALDS joyIt's impossible not to love the Guardians' devil magic abandoning them in their ALDS vs. the White Sox.

fansided.com•6d

How every MLB owner made their fortune, from Stan Kroenke to Steve CohenMLB owners are worth billions of dollars. This is nothing new. While most are in the business of private equity or even gain net worth courtesy of their team al

kingsofkauffman.com•6d

Royals bold trade deadline strategy will shape their offseason (for better or worse)The Kansas City Royals had the perfect opportunity to improve their team at the trade deadline, but they chose to keep the mediocre band together instead.

www.royalsreview.com•6d

If John Sherman wants public money, he shouldn’t vote for a work stoppageThe lockout looms, but Sherman can do something about it

www.royalsreview.com•6d

The Hidden Problems with Royals Stadium Math, J.J. Picollo’s StrategyThe Kansas City Royals continue the pivot to 2027 and their future home, but flaws abound in both.

www.royalsreview.com•6d

This Week in the Minors: Columbia Fireflies season in reviewThere was a lot of good developments this season

Bleacher Report•6d

Ranking MLB's Top 50 Rookies 🔢Where Detroit's first-year players stand among the best in the league 📲

www.royalsreview.com•6d

Kansas City Royals News: New stadium site demolition to start soonJohn Sherman thinks the new stadium will get an All-Star game very soon after it’s finished.

motorcitybengals.com•6d

3 biggest steals among Tigers' arbitration-eligible players, 2 not worth the moneyMLB Trade Rumors released their annual arbitration projections, and some Tigers players are looking like better deals than others.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Eduardo Valencia's 2026 Tigers success might not have been a fluke, but is it sustainable?An impact right-handed bat of this caliber could be crucial for the Tigers' offense going forward. Is Eduardo Valencia for real?

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Projecting a Max Clark extension as Tigers continue to prioritize homegrown talentPredicting a Max Clark-Tigers contract extension that could start off of 2027 with a bang.

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

MLB Playoffs Divisional Round: White Sox at Guardians, Yankees at RaysYour best source for quality Detroit Tigers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Bleacher Report•1w

Players Who Were Worse Than You Think in 2026 ⚾Breaking down which Royal didn't perform as well as expected this year 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

Royals could make costly mistake giving up on Lucas Erceg too earlyLucas Erceg is in for a salary raise that could look unwarranted after the season he had, but it shouldn't mean the Royals decide to let him be a free agent

Bleacher Report•1w

Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡6 deals that would make sense this offseason 📲

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Evaluating four years of J.J. PicolloIs he a victim of salary constraints or his own incompetence?

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Royals projected arbitration salaries for 2027The Royals have some decisions to make.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Introducing the minor league arms set to take a big step forward for Tigers in 2027The Tigers have rebuilt their pitching talent in the minor leagues. These arms could factor into Detroit's plans in 2027.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Kansas City Royals news: Drew Waters elects free agencyAnd why do the Royals start out so slow?

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Why Spencer Torkelson's 2026 was better than it seemed (with one catch)I'm not pretending Spencer Torkelson was the best hitter on the Tigers in 2026, but I also won't pretend this season was some monstrous step backward for him.

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

MLB Divisional Round: Padres at Brewers, Braves at DodgersYour best source for quality Detroit Tigers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

ESPN naming Tigers 'true contenders' for Tarik Skubal is rabbit hole fans don't want to go downTigers fans aren't buying ESPN naming Detroit a 'true contender' for Tarik Skubal.

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

Carter Jensen’s breakout could have the Royals rookie dreaming of a Silver SluggerCarter Jensen had an incredible rookie campaign and could be in line to win the Silver Slugger Award among catchers in the American League.

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

Where should the Tigers play Kevin McGonigle?The rookie’s bat got most of the attention, but he showed off good defense and positional flexibility as well.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

3 free agents Tigers fans shouldn't get their hopes up for this offseasonTigers fans are already dreaming big about free agent targets, but we should temper our expectations.

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Aggressive in Acquisitions, Conservative with Cash: Decoding Picollo’s PresserKansas City Royals leadership wraps up the 2026 season with traditional press conference, but will lessons learned help?

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Kansas City Royals news: What can the Royals learn from playoff teams?And Luke Little is outrighted.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Tigers better not get any funny ideas with Zack Short electing free agencyWith Zack Short electing free agency and leaving the New York Mets, the Tigers shouldn’t get any funny ideas about bringing him back again.

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

2 Royals' arbitration-eligible players who'll definitely be back, 2 that might not get paidThe Kansas City Royals will have to make some tough decisions when it comes to cleaning up their roster and putting the best team on the field in 2027.

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

MLB Trade Rumors estimates Tigers arbitration raises for 2027Arbitration increase projections really lay out the main tasks for the Tigers front office this offseason.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

3 realistic Tigers targets who satisfy Scott Harris' 'supplement not replace' requirementThe Tigers could add these three relievers via trade or free agency without breaking the bank.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Dodgers better hope for no repeats of Tarik Skubal's Tigers postseason debacleThe Dodgers are set to name Tarik Skubal their NLDS Game 1 starter, and the Tigers' wounds are still fresh.

Bleacher Report•1w

ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

3 'True Contenders' for SkubalMets, Dodgers and Tigers are believed by insiders to be top teams to land ace (ESPN)

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮Predicting winners in postseason's next round 📲

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Why Tigers' delay of Max Anderson's MLB debut might have been a good thingMax Anderson's fit in a crowded infield for the Tigers may become clearer now that we've seen who can stick and who we can't trust yet.

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

Eduardo Valencia and Hao-Yu Lee seized 2027 roster spotsMcGonigle and Clark got the headlines, but Lee and Valencia made strong cases for Opening Day 2027.

Bleacher Report•1w

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍Why the Tigers would be a fantastic fit for Philly's star second baseman 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

Detroit Tigers News: Gleyber Torres, Jack Flaherty, John Peck, MLB postseason, Wild Card, Chicago White SoxPlus, did rigid bullpen use sink the Red Sox?

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Kansas City Royals news: Wrapping up the Season that WasLooking back before looking ahead; Also, shoes

Bleacher Report•1w

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of Detroit's 2026 season 📲

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

Royals just got brutal reminder that small markets can build winnersA graphic posted to X showed how small market teams in the playoffs made their rosters, and now the Royals should use that as a blueprint back to the playoffs.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

How does Josue Briceño fit on Tigers' 2027 roster if Spencer Torkelson stays?The Tigers are complicating Josue Briceño's path to the majors despite their promises.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Despite frustrating 2026 season, Tigers may not be done with Kenley JansenKenley Jansen may have given Tigers fans fits, but there's an argument he could make to the front office to stay.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Tigers acknowledge John Peck still has a lot of work to do with late AFL decisionThe Tigers are sending John Peck to Arizona Fall League after his major league cup of coffee.

Bleacher Report•1w

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Why the Tigers should pursue one of the Cubs' top free agents ➡️

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Past Royals opponents: Reggie SmithThe other Reggie

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Guardians-White Sox ALDS matchup is yet another knife in the heart for TigersA Central team will be in the running to win the AL pennant, but it won't be the Tigers.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Kansas City Royals news: End of season press conference is heldSome changes were made, but not enough.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Picollo says Royals plan to be “aggressive” in acquisitions after disappointing seasonJ.J. Picollo addresses the media after a 69-93 season.

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

Vinnie Pasquantino's strong finish gives the Royals a reason to dream bigThe reemergence of slugger Vinnie Pasquantino should give the Kansas City Royals plenty of hope going into next season.

Bleacher Report•1w

Wild Card Game 2 Slate Recap ✍️3 out of 4 matchups officially set. Results and top highlights from each Wednesday game 📲

motorcitybengals.com•1w

The numbers prove that horrendous bullpen cost Tigers a comfortable playoff berthA failed trade deadline in terms of fixing the bullpen led to the Tigers leading the AL Central in run differential but missing the playoffs by eight games.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Scott Harris gushing over Drew Sommers all but confirms next Tigers closerDrew Sommers might be the Tigers' closer of the future after a strong rookie season.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Obscure former Red Sox takes aim at Kevin McGonigle in desperate bid at relevancyFormer utility man Jeff Frye inserts himself into the Kevin McGonigle Rookie of the Year conversation.

MLB Postseason Buzz 👂

🎯 Wild Card picks 👀 Manager situations 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•1w

5 Teams That Can Dethrone the DodgersAnalyzing which squads have the best chance to beat reigning champions 📲

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

Detroit Tigers News: Zack Gelof lawsuit, Kevin McGonigle, MLB Wild Card, PostseasonPlus, Aaron Judge is off the Wild Card roster

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Kansas City Royals news: Alec Zumwalt is outWill anything change?

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

Royals picked the wrong scapegoat after pitching let them down in 2026The Kansas City Royals reassigned the hitter coach to another role in the organization, despite the fact that the offense wasn't really the problem this season.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

5 stats that sunk the Tigers' 2026 season, 5 that offer hope for 2027Breaking down the specific numbers that show how the 2026 Detroit Tigers fell short, but also providing optimism for 2027.

Bleacher Report•1w

Wild Card Game 1 Slate Recap ✍️Results and top highlights from all of Tuesday's matchups 📲

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Jahmai Jones resurgence, postseason with Red Sox is s double-edged sword for TigersFormer Tiger Jahmai Jones was dealt to the Red Sox in July and he’s been raking ever since because why the heck wouldn’t he?

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

Carter Jensen's double honor put an exclamation point on his Royals' rookie seasonCarter Jensen won AL Rookie and Player of the Month for September. The Kansas City Royals have something special in their budding backstop.

Liam Hendriks Retires

MLB

@MLB

Liam Hendriks has announced his retirement. In 14 Major League seasons with six teams, Hendriks made 490 appearances, was a 3-time All-Star, and a 2-time winner of the Mariano Rivera Reliever of the Year award. Perhaps his greatest achievement was his inspirational comeback

fansided.com•1w

The 30 greatest one-season wonders in MLB historyWhat makes players like Mike Trout, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani (to name a few) really stick out is their ability to be truly elite year after year. Putting t

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Athletics outfielder Zack Gelof sues Tigers in bizarre early twist to Detroit's offseasonAthletics outfielder Zack Gelof is suing the Tigers over an in-game injury in early July.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Alec Zumwalt out as hitting coachHe will remain as senior director of hitting performance

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Former Royals in the postseasonGood luck to some old friends

Bleacher Report•1w

Ranking Postseason Starting Lineups 🔢Where the top offenses stand going into October ➡️

Bleacher Report•1w

Breaking NewsA's outfielder Zack Gelof sues Tigers for damages after right knee slammed into Comerica Park fence (AP)

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Carter Jensen wins September American League honorsThe rookie continues to excel.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

Tigers' offseason changes begin with dismissals of first base, pitching coachesThe Tigers fired first base coach Anthony Sanders and assistant pitching coach Juan Nieves.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

This Week in the Minors: ACL and DSL season in reviewThe rookie ball teams had some impressive individuals this season

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Royals Book Game 162, With Final Winning Taste Leading to Key Offseason CalendarThe Kansas City Royals get the final win, but it only soothes 2026’s pains so much.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Kansas City Royals News: Long way to go in 20272026 was a disappointment. Now the team looks toward 2027.

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

Royals have shocking offseason plans for 17-year-old prospect Angeibel GomezThe Kansas Royals are already showing a massive amount of optimism surrounding top prospect Angeibel Gomez.

www.blessyouboys.com•1w

Scott Harris and AJ Hinch’s press conference says they’re staying the courseThere wasn’t much new to take away from this one.

motorcitybengals.com•1w

How Justin Verlander, Kevin McGonigle summed up baseball's romance for one Tigers fan in transitionJustin Verlander and Kevin McGonigle made the Tigers' 2026 season worth it.

motorcitybengals.com•2w

Max Scherzer's last start offered hilariously characteristic juxtaposition with Justin VerlanderFormer Tiger Max Scherzer offered fans one last spectacle by refusing to come off the mound in what could be his final start.

www.blessyouboys.com•2w

Highlights from Justin Verlander’s retirement weekendGet some tissues ready.

www.royalsreview.com•2w

Witt, Jensen, Caglianone finalists for All-MLB TeamThe Royals’ best get some recognition.

www.royalsreview.com•2w

Ten statistics that defined the Royals 2026 seasonWhat went right and the many things that went wrong.

www.royalsreview.com•2w

Good riddance, 2026 Royals seasonNot too sad it’s over

Bleacher Report•2w

ABS Increased MLB Game Times ➕Average time to play nine innings up nearly 4 minutes from last year (AP)

motorcitybengals.com•2w

Scott Harris actually takes accountability for Tigers' failures (but doesn't promise change)Scott Harris hints at yet another quiet offseason for the Tigers after a disappointing 2026.