St. Louis Cardinals vs. Kansas City Royals - July 10, 2024

FinalJul 10

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Recap

Box Score

Plays

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Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Royals logo, Royals 51-43, 1 0, 2 0, 3 1, 4 2, 5 2, 6 1, 7 1, 8 0, 9 1, R 8, H 12, E 1

Cardinals logo, Cardinals 48-44, 1 0, 2 1, 3 0, 4 1, 5 2, 6 0, 7 1, 8 0, 9 0, R 5, H 10, E 0

Pitching

WinnerM. Wacha (6-6)

LoserG. Graceffo (0-1)

SaveJ. McArthur (17)

Scoring

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Top 4Salvador Perez out on a sacrifice fly to right field to Lars Nootbaar. Bobby Witt scores.

Top 3MJ Melendez homers to center field.

Bot 2Lars Nootbaar homers to left field.

What's Buzzing

Sarah Langs

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

ESPN Insights

Logan Henderson is only the 2nd pitcher in MLB postseason history to make an error on 2 different run-scoring plays in the same game ... He joins the Cardinals Max Lanier in Game 1 of the 1942 World Series 😱

Sarah Langs

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

WILLIAM CONTRERAS, TIE GAME 💥

Derrick Goold

10h

Ask Goold: How did Brewers lap the Cardinals? Could Sonny Gray, Alec Bohm close gap? https://t.co/uZQUwRgN3y

Derrick Goold

11h

This week's Ask Goold is posted: - How did #Brewers lap the #stlcards? - Would signing Sonny Gray accelerate #Cardinals return to contention, what about Alec Bohm? - Plus, an answer about how a lack of extensions would prompt far different questions ... https://t.co/uZQUwRhkT6

Bleacher Report•8h

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

Bleacher Report•9h

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

redbirdrants.com•14h

Cardinals facility investments are allowing them to expand development this offseasonSeveral non-roster players are putting in offseason work with the organization.

redbirdrants.com•15h

Jon Jay’s return gives the Cardinals an underrated win before the offseason beginsThe Cardinals get to hang on to their prized coach.

www.royalsreview.com•15h

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

redbirdrants.com•16h

Cardinals infielder Nolan Gorman starts his offseason work early with DrivelineThere's a chance he is non-tendered.

www.royalsreview.com•16h

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•21h

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

Bleacher Report•21h

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

kingsofkauffman.com•17h

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.royalsreview.com•18h

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

redbirdrants.com•19h

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 1: Joshua Baez has the greatest MLB debut everWhere were you when Joshua Baez made his debut?

www.vivaelbirdos.com•19h

Hypothetical trade offer for the St. Louis Cardinals to get Steven KwanYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•20h

Royce Lewis could be a potential fit at third base for the St. Louis CardinalsThere's a chance he is non-tendered.

Bleacher Report•2d

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

redbirdrants.com•1d

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 2: Jordan Walker wins Home Run Derby in storybook career revivalThey don't boo nobodies!

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1d

Which position of need do the Cardinals need to fill first?The Cardinals lineup has gotten little production from third base and center field, so which spot should they prioritize long-term?

redbirdrants.com•1d

Retaining Rob Cerfolio should keep the Cardinals on the fast track to successThe Cardinals look like they'll preserve one of the architects behind their upswing.

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.

redbirdrants.com•1d

Potential front office turnover for Cardinals presents opportunity to continue innovationIt could go poorly, or it could be the next evolution of the Cardinals rebuild.

redbirdrants.com•2d

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 3: Alec Burleson brings back vintage Busch Stadium on Opening DayFor a moment, it felt like Cardinals Baseball was truly back.

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.

Bleacher Report•2d

Cardinals Exec Won't Take A's JobAssistant GM Rob Cerfolio expected to stay put despite being finalist (Passan)

www.royalsreview.com•2d

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

www.vivaelbirdos.com•2d

Cardinals Catching the Brewers, Part 2: Further Away Than You ThinkYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•2d

Tekoah Roby's superb Arizona Fall League outing should give Cardinals fans hopeThe Cardinals forgotten prospect is back at it!

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.

redbirdrants.com•2d

Cardinals History: Fans pick up Matt Holliday when he needs them mostShoutout seven.

Bleacher Report•2d

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

redbirdrants.com•2d

Quinn Mathews' overlooked season should spark hope for the Cardinals' futureQuinn Mathews' first year with the Cardinals was a gem that few noticed.

redbirdrants.com•2d

Brendan Donovan may have gifted Cardinals their next great center fielder in Tai PeeteWhat a talent Peete is!

redbirdrants.com•3d

MLB proposed playoff changes could have saved the Cardinals from 2022 playoff disasterThey really could have used this during Albert Pujols' magical season!

Bleacher Report•3d

The 10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the Cardinals' most unexpected postseason triumph ➡️

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.

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?

redbirdrants.com•3d

Kris Bubic could give the Cardinals an easy replacement for Matthew LiberatoreA one-year deal does not interrupt Chaim Bloom's unclear timeline to contention

Bleacher Report•3d

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

www.vivaelbirdos.com•3d

How run-scoring explosion in the minors affects how we should look at St. Louis Cardinal prospectsBig jumps in minor league HR rate and batted ball EVs make us wonder about all the elevated prospect stats

redbirdrants.com•4d

St. Louis Cardinals prove that defense does not indeed win championshipsDefense wins championships except in St. Louis

Bleacher Report•4d

Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

Bleacher Report•4d

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

Bleacher Report•4d

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

redbirdrants.com•4d

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 5: JJ Wetherholt's thunderous debut previews great rookie seasonIt didn't take long for JJ Wetherholt to make his presence known!

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

redbirdrants.com•4d

Don't sleep on Cardinals prospect Tekoah Roby as he makes his play for 2027 debutHe's been on the shelf, but he's still got a bright future.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•4d

Possible free agent target for St. Louis Cardinals: Trevor RogersYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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)

redbirdrants.com•5d

Chaim Bloom under major pressure as Athletics interview Cardinals' assistant GM Rob CerfolioDon't Cerfoligo.

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.

redbirdrants.com•5d

The Cardinals' vibrant young personalities are dispelling the team's old-fashioned imageThis is about as far away from the Mozeliak-era Cardinals as you can get.

www.royalsreview.com•5d

Underrated Royals: Rey SanchezHad glove, will travel

MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

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

Bleacher Report•5d

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Royals 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?

redbirdrants.com•5d

Former Cardinals hitting guru Jeff Albert's quick ousting by Mets may prove fans got it rightDoes this mean fans got it right?

calltothepen.com•5d

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

www.vivaelbirdos.com•5d

In Critique of the 2026 St Louis Cardinals SeasonYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•5d

Albert Pujols believes the Cardinals are on the verge of a 'big jump'The Cardinals legend seems bright days ahead.

redbirdrants.com•6d

Cardinals' Double-A rebrand to Ozark Springbirds falls flat disappointed fan reactionsThe long-awaited name change for the St. Louis Cardinals Double-A affiliate, formerly the Springfield Cardinals, became official on Tuesday evening. Following a

redbirdrants.com•6d

Jordan Walker announced as Cardinals finalist for Hank Aaron AwardThe St. Louis Cardinals and Chaim Bloom have some items to check off on their offseason list, but before that happens, they could be receiving some good news ab

bleacherreport.com•1w

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

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.

Bleacher Report•6d

B/R Interviews Albert Pujols 🎙️MLB legend talks World Series, managers and more 📲

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 Kansas City's first-year players stand across 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.

redbirdrants.com•6d

Who should Cardinal fans be rooting for in the MLB postseason?When October rolls around, baseball gets serious. The leaves change, and so does temperament. Relaxed greens turn to a desperate orange, but for the fourth stra

redbirdrants.com•6d

The Cardinals may be gaining ground on the Milwaukee Brewers, but significant hurdles remainIt's a marathon, not a sprint.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•6d

Why the Cardinals Shouldn’t Add to Their 2027 Starting RotationYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

St. Louis Cardinals Biggest 2027 Challenge? Managing ExpectationsSt. Louis Cardinals Biggest 2027 Challenge? Managing Expectations

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.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Justin Verlander's proposed rule changes for starting pitchers would be a major shakeup for CardinalsIf you want to see the return of the classic starting pitcher, this may be how it happens.

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

Possible free agent target for St. Louis Cardinals: JP CrawfordYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 7: Ivan Herrera saves Cardinals after umpire controversy Ivan Herrera snatched victory from the jaws of umpire malpractice.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 8: Cooper Hjerpe perfect in long-awaited debutIt's crazy that Hjerpe's debut wasn't even the best of the season!

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cubs’ latest playoff disappointment hints at a future the Cardinals can capitalize onThe Cubs seem to be fading right as the Cardinals see their arrow pointing up.

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.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

How did the Cardinals do compared to your expectations?The St. Louis Cardinals missed the playoffs but still outperformed even the most optimistic preseason expectations.

redbirdrants.com•1w

2 Cardinals prospects honored for stellar postseason performancesA flashy outfielder and power-hitting infielder who can handle the bright lights? Yes please!

Bleacher Report•1w

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

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals could turn a Phillies shakeup into an unexpected trade opportunityNot much brotherly love is going on in Philadelphia right now. Could the Cardinals capitalize?

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?

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals' Rookie of the Year dreams intact as Joshua Baez and Leo Bernal maintain eligibilityThe new Killer B's in the lineup can bring more than just power to the Cardinals organization

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals' projected 2027 arbitration salaries reveal key offseason decisionsSome players could see massive pay raises while others may be cut.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

Cardinals Catching the Brewers, Part 1: Closer Than You ThinkYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Why Luis Arraez could be perfect third base solution for CardinalsThe month of October has arrived and for the fourth straight year, the Cardinals are not in the postseason, but based on the vibes of this year's club, you woul

redbirdrants.com•1w

2 Cardinals legends are up for historic Hall of Fame honorsThe St. Louis Cardinals may have a short list of potential award winners this season, but the historic franchse has the potential to add a trophy to their case.

Bleacher Report•1w

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

Bleacher Report•1w

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

Bleacher Report•1w

Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍The best fits 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.royalsreview.com•1w

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

redbirdrants.com•1w

Rising Cardinals' executive Rob Cerfolio is receiving interest from other organizationsHe may be poached before he can see the fruits of his labor in St. Louis.

Bleacher Report•1w

Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of the Cardinals' 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.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

The St. Louis Cardinals send 9 players to the Arizona Fall LeagueYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Hard-luck numbers place JJ Wetherholt's first Cardinals season into perspectiveJJ Wetherholt was good in 2026. Like, really good.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals announce completion of Lars Nootbaar trade with newest pitching additionFrom Bulldog to Redbird.

Bleacher Report•1w

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Where Cubs' top SP free agents could end up signing ➡️

www.royalsreview.com•1w

Past Royals opponents: Reggie SmithThe other Reggie

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 9: Alec Burleson responds to trade rumors with career nightAfter the trade deadline past, Alec Burleson showed New York what he was made of.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Former Cardinal Sonny Gray subtly rips Red Sox's philosophy after botching ALWCSClearly Gray did not agree with the Red Sox's decision making.

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.

redbirdrants.com•1w

MLB host Greg Amsinger thinks Max Scherzer would be a good fit for the CardinalsGreg Amsinger, a host on MLB Network, was recently a guest on 104.1 KMOX Sports with Tom Ackerman. The former St. Louisan became animated when discussing potent

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.

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

St. Louis Cardinals Minor League Update: Upper LevelsYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

redbirdrants.com•1w

How the Cardinals can compete in 2027 without mortgaging the futureIt's possible to prioritize the future and still win in 2027.

Bleacher Report•1w

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

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals phenom beats out rival for prospect soothsayer's awardKeep 'em coming.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals’ top 10 moments of 2026, No. 10: Dustin May’s near perfect shutoutFor one night, the Cardinals had an ace.

fansided.com•1w

30 incredible MLB teams that somehow didn’t win the World SeriesPart of what makes MLB great is that the best team doesn't always win. Baseball has a way of making greatness feel meaningless in October. A team can dominate

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.royalsreview.com•1w

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

redbirdrants.com•1w

Quinn Mathews may have set the Cardinals' roadmap for next impressive leftyQuinn Mathews capped his 2026 season by making his major league debut and getting his feet wet with nine big league starts. His bounceback campaign bodes well f

www.vivaelbirdos.com•1w

In Praise of the St Louis Cardinals 2026 SeasonYour best source for quality St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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.

redbirdrants.com•1w

How the Cardinals handle Pedro Pages will bring clarity to the catching situationThe St. Louis Cardinals needed to use the 2026 season to find out answers on their roster and have to be satisfied about what they learned at basically every sp

Bleacher Report•1w

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

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

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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

redbirdrants.com•1w

Cardinals closer matches all-time reliever season from San Diego superstarNow that the dust has settled on the 2026 regular season, most, if not all, speculation has become fact. One of those facts? Riley O’Brien is tied for the Natio

redbirdrants.com•1w

Dan Wilson, Mariners provide cautionary tale for Yadier Molina and the CardinalsOn Sunday, the Seattle Mariners had manager Dan Wilson announce his termination as manager of the club. Wilson, a former player and now manager for the Mariners

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 ➡️

www.royalsreview.com•1w

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

redbirdrants.com•1w

These 18 former Cardinals could help shape the 2026 postseasonYou never know who's going to kick it up a notch when it matters most.

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.

redbirdrants.com•1w

Teruaki Sato might solve the Cardinals' third base woes in the short termSt. Louis hasn't dipped their toe into the Asian market lately, but they may this time.