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Jose Ramirez swings big against the Kansas City Royals during their matchup on July 26th, in the first game of the series.
Jul 26, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) hits a single against the Kansas City Royals during the fourth inning at Kauffman Stadium.

How to watch the Kansas City Royals vs. the Cleveland Guardians: First pitch, TV & streaming details for tonight's second game

By Matt Buxbaum  |  Last updated Jul 26, 2025 5:03 PM ET
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Due to weather, the original first game of the Kansas City vs Cleveland matchup became postponed to Saturday July 26th, leading to an exciting doubleheader today between the Royals and Guardians.

How to watch Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians game today

  • Matchup: Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians
  • Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
  • Time: 7:15 p.m. ET
  • TV Channels: FOX
  • Live Stream Platform: Hulu + Live TV (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Location: Kansas City, Missouri
  • Stadium: Kauffman Stadium


Start watching with Hulu today!

Predictions, odds, and spread for Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians

Key Line Kansas City Royals Cleveland Guardians
Run Line +1.5 -1.5
Run Line Odds -204 +164

Key players you need to watch on the Kansas City Royals

  • Bobby Witt Jr. – Witt led the Royals in 2025 with a .288 batting average, 14 home runs, 56 RBIs, 116 hits, 33 doubles, 27 stolen bases, and a standout .827 OPS, solidifying his role as the team's most dynamic offensive and all-around player.
  • Vinnie Pasquantino – Pasquantino was a key contributor at first base, posting a .269 average, 17 home runs, 61 RBIs, 105 hits, and a .770 OPS across 101 games.
  • Salvador Perez – As the veteran catcher, Perez provided power for the Royals with 18 home runs, 62 RBIs, a .255 batting average, and a .765 OPS over 98 games in 2025.

Key players you need to watch on the Cleveland Guardians

  • José Ramírez – As the Guardians' top power hitter in 2025, José Ramírez leads the team with 21 home runs, 62 runs, 110 hits, and an OPS of .902.
  • Kyle Manzardo – Serving as the designated hitter, Kyle Manzardo is a key offensive contributor with 16 home runs, 42 RBIs, and a slugging percentage of .449.
  • Steven Kwan – Operating as the team's primary left fielder, Steven Kwan maintains a strong batting average of .287, collects 108 hits, and provides consistent production at the top of the lineup.

Key stats for Cleveland Guardians

TEAM 1 R AVG OBP SLG OPS HR SB ERA WHIP K BB OBA SV
Cleveland Guardians 393 .224 .297 .372 .669 108 82 3.92 1.32 855 365 .245 29

Key stats for Kansas City Royals

TEAM 2 R AVG OBP SLG OPS HR SB ERA WHIP K BB OBA SV
Kansas City Royals 363 .244 .299 .379 .678 85 76 N/A N/A 838 242 N/A N/A

Who's winning the Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians series?

Game two of the series will be a close one, with both teams being on the fringe of postseason contention in the AL central. Cleveland is sitting at 51-51, and Kansas City is sitting at 50-53, both trailing Detroit. With that said, Cleveland is coming off of a hot streak, and with a low-scoring game 1 already in the books, expect this one to get chippy early, alongside plenty of action.