Houston Astros vs. Kansas City Royals - August 31, 2024

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WinnerJ. Hader (7-7)

LoserJ. McArthur (5-6)

Blown SaveJ. Hader (2)

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Top 9Paul DeJong homers to center field. Bobby Witt scores.

Bot 8Jeremy Peña out on a sacrifice fly to center field to Kyle Isbel. Yainer Diaz scores.

Bot 3Ben Gamel homers to center field.

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Wesneski's gem made good by Velázquez's clutch hit, Blubaugh's tightrope walk https://t.co/17fAf5WKVb

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REKAP ®: ⚾️ Chicago White Sox 2-0 loss to Houston Astros. ‘That was sloppy and poorly managed! https://t.co/ObSvVkhrR9

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Chronicle Astros

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Hayden Wesneski tossed a seven-inning gem as three Astros pitchers combined for a shutout, with Nelson Velázquez getting the big hit in the eighth inning. https://t.co/3WmNZApbAQ

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

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Houston Astros

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Took care of business!💪

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

04:58

Marlins vs. Royals (09/02/2026)

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

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White Sox vs. Astros (09/02/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 2-0 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

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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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Tatsuya Imai should opt out of Astros deal for this reason everybody least expectedImai's season has not gone how anyone expected, but despite his contract he has good reason to opt out.

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Yordan Alvarez is masking one of the Astros' biggest problems of 2026New hitting coaches were brought in for this season, but the impact doesn't appear to have been noticeable.

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MLB Home Stretch Predictions 🔮10 things we think will happen before the playoffs 📲

www.royalsreview.com•11h

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

kingsofkauffman.com•12h

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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Old time City SeriesYour best source for quality Kansas City Royals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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

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Stating the case for Jim Crane to make this impact GM hiring for AstrosThe Hall of Famer and greatest player in franchise history brings a lot more to the table than many give him credit for.

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Angels just sent Astros a message after Arte Moreno abruptly sells team to NFL ownerThe days of the Angels being afterthoughts in the AL West are probably over.

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

04:57

White Sox vs. Astros (09/01/2026)

Full highlights from Chicago White Sox' 5-1 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

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

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Astros to blame for why RF Cam Smith not progressing as expectedA deeper dive inside Cam Smith's advanced metrics tell a tale of stagnation, not progress. It seems likely not skipping the AA & AAA levels would have helped

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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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Dana Brown's public comments post Astros dismissal highlight his failures as GMBrown's appearance on MLB Radio raised some serious eyebrows about his tenure in Houston.

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Astros Bypassing Mike Burrows Promotion with Ronel Blanco Raises Legitimate QuestionsBurrows hasn't given length, but his results have been far better than Blanco's.

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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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3 red-hot Astros minor leaguers who pushed hard for a September call-upMLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 on September 1st. For the Houston Astros, that means much-needed reinforcements are on the way. Houston had an excellent week,

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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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Get the best of Royals Review on the new SB Nation appMore ways to get the latest Royals news.

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

04:44

White Sox vs. Astros (08/31/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 6-3 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

www.royalsreview.com•2d

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?

Bleacher Report•2d

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

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Astros look even more foolish amid Nate Pearson's ridiculous Royals runNate Pearson is on a ridiculous run with the Royals, proving that the pitching-needy Houston Astros gave up on him too soon.

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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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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.

Bleacher Report•3d

Snoopy's Wild First Pitch 😭Classic Joe Cool 🎥

kingsofkauffman.com•3d

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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Predicting Jeremy Peña’s next contract after his August swoon with AstrosHouston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena has one year left until he's a free agent, and his August struggles look to really have hurt potential mega contract

kingsofkauffman.com•3d

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.

www.royalsreview.com•4d

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

04:57

Astros vs. Mets (08/29/2026)

Watch the Game Highlights from Astros vs. Mets, 08/29/2026 🎥

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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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Astros have done themselves no favors with Jim Crane's Joe Espada meddlingJim Crane has done little to suggest Joe Espada won't be out of a job at the end of the season, and the Houston Astros are worse off because of it.

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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.

www.royalsreview.com•4d

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

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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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Astros may already have Bryan Abreu replacement before free agency hitsBryan Abreu is a free agent at the end of the season and the rise of AJ Blubaugh means the Houston Astros don't need to pay the big bucks to bring him back

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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

04:58

Astros vs. Mets (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 3-1 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

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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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Yordan Chasing History 👑

Astros slugger looking to be only the 2nd Triple Crown winner since 1967

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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 📲

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

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4 biggest Astros X-factors who could make-or-break their playoff chancesThese Houston Astros players could be sneaky important when it comes to the Astros' playoff aspirations in 2026.

www.royalsreview.com•6d

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

04:44

Yankees Lose Series to Astros 📉

Cole surrenders 3 ER, as offense can't answer 🎥

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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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Breaking down Yordan Alvarez's chances of winning Triple Crown for Astros in 2026Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is leading the AL in all the big offensive categories. Here's a realistic look at his Triple Crown odds.

www.royalsreview.com•6d

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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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.

www.royalsreview.com•6d

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.

www.royalsreview.com•6d

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

Bleacher Report•6d

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

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4 biggest Astros mistakes that were made during the Dana Brown eraDana Brown made many mistakes at the helm of the Houston Astros, but these four stand out as the biggest, as well as ones that the team will keep paying for.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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.

04:51

Astros vs. Yankees (08/26/2026)

Watch the Game Highlights from Astros vs. Yankees, 08/26/2026 🎥

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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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Astros' late rally against Yankees doesn't change Houston's Ethan Pecko problemThe Houston Astros survived a wild 9-7 comeback win over the Yankees, but Ethan Pecko's second MLB start revealed the same command issues that have plagued him.

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

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New MLB Rumors 👀

🗣️ Latest on Ketel Marte ♨️ Executive hot seat 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

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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?

Bleacher Report•1w

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

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4 general manager candidates Astros should look at to fill void left by Dana Brown firingWith the Houston Astros' GM role open, its time to start the search for the next one now. Here are a few names that could garner some interest.

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

04:55

Astros Take Down Yankees 🚀

Houston gets narrow win behind Yainer Diaz 2 HR game

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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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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.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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 📲

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

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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Astros might be using emerging bullpen weapon wrong but there's still time for a changeThe Houston Astros have developed a real bullpen weapon with AJ Blubaugh, but one has to wonder if the better play wouldn't have been working him as a starter.

01:29

Worst Division in MLB History? 😳

How the AL West is setting new lows this season

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

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.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Timing of Dana Brown's firing is aggressive even by Jim Crane's standardsJim Crane let Dana Brown run the draft and the deadline, then fired him 3 weeks later while tied for first place with just a few weeks left. Explain the logic

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

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

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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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Joe Espada’s gaffe didn’t cost Astros, but looks far worse after Dana Brown's firingAfter parting ways with GM Dana Brown, the Houston Astros microscope turns to manager Joe Espada, who's tenure in charge hasn't lived up to what fans had hoped.

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

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊See how high the Royals rose in our latest batch of power rankings 📲

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

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

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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Astros remove GM Dana Brown midway through playoff race in shockingly timed moveFresh off only taking three wins of a nine-game homestand that included games against the Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Angels, and the Athletics, Houston Astro

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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

Bleacher Report•1w

🚨 Astros, GM Part WaysDana Brown's contract was set to expire after season

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

04:58

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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Astros are looking like draft geniuses after start to Logan Hughes' professional careerHouston Astros first round pick Logan Hughes could not have had a better start to his professional career and its time to give the front office some flowers.

04:57

Athletics vs. Astros (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-6 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

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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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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.

Bleacher Report•1w

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

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Previewing the Astros remaining 2026 schedule including vital stretch to start SeptemberThe Houston Astros' final six weeks have become that much harder, because they haven't been able to capitalize on a recent easy stretch.

04:57

Athletics vs. Astros (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 4-3 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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.

04:55

Tigers vs. Royals (08/22/2026)

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

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Mike Burrows’ turnaround on rehab assignment may come too late for the Astros in 2026Mike Burrows made his second rehab start and could be back soon, but is his return enough to fix the Astros' pitching woes in the final month of the season?

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

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.

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

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.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros' Jose Altuve resurgence is arriving when stakes couldn't be higherJose Altuve is heating up at the exact moment the Astros need someone, anyone, to be dependable.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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

04:56

Athletics vs. Astros (08/21/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 4-0 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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

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Astros' latest blunder vs. Angels another example of how Houston has bungled prime opportunitiesThe Astros had a chance to bury the AL West and instead got run over 18-3 by the Angels. Whoops.

kingsofkauffman.com•1w

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.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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.

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Outcasted Royals offseason flier's relief reputation wasn't damaged enough for Yankees to avoidThe Royals cut ties with reliever Eli Morgan last week and now this week he's found a new landing spot with the Yankees despite his lackluster showing in KC.

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Polarizing Royals Stadium Vote Overshadows On-Field Hot StretchThe Kansas City Royals keep the momentum going in a Athletics sweep, but the downtown move casts a long shadow.

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Royals Reacts Results: Jac has earned a payday!Royals fans are ready to back up the truck full of cash to keep the slugger in KC.

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The Awards Race Dividing MLB Fans 🤼‍♀️Wetherholt vs. Stewart has turned into a new school vs. old school debate for the ages 📲

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Royals need to exercise immense caution with Maikel Garcia as injury nightmare continuesMaikel Garcia just got off the IL, but looks geared up to go back on it with a hamstring strain. Perhaps Thursday's win should've been his last game of 2026.

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A Q&A with KCMO Councilmember Johnathan Duncan about a potential downtown Royals ballparkGetting some information from the City Council about the stadium project

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3 reasons Randy Dobnak could help the Royals' rotation in 2027, 2 red flags that loom largeDobnak has a 1.69 ERA since the All-Star break and a roster spot locked in. Whether Kansas City can actually count on him next season is the question.

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Every Team's Franchise Cornerstone in 2029 🔮Who will be the No. 1 star on your favorite team three years from now? 📲