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Randy Dobnak News / Just Baseball / September 24

Randy Dobnak Has Been a Surprise Story on the 2026 Royals

The Kansas City Royals entered the 2026 season in hopes of writing the wrongs of the 2025 season and recapturing the euphoric feeling they felt the year prior in their surprise run to the ALDS.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 24

Michael Massey’s Emergence, Daniel Lynch’s Rotation Struggles: One Royal Way

The Kansas City Royals are entering the final days of the regular season. With how this season has gone for Kansas City, there are plenty of questions as the offseason approaches.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / September 23

Bullpen is finally the hero rather than the goat in a Royals win.

Two big innings in the early going, one for each team, set up a tie game for much of the night. The Royals got the key run in the 7th to get their second lead of the night, and it held up for a 5-4 victory.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23

White Sox blow chance to clinch playoff spot with loss to Royals

White Sox blow chance to clinch wild card, playoff spot with loss to Royals

The Chicago White Sox lost an opportunity to clinch the third American League wild card, a playoff spot and a chance to move into first place in the Central Division with a 5-4 loss at the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.

White Sox beat Royals despite another bullpen collapse

Notable Shohei Ohtani update emerges ahead of MLB postseason

Braves get big pitching boost right before MLB postseason

Max Scherzer teases major announcement about his MLB future

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Sam Kulasingam News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 23

Consistency is the Name of the Game for Royals Prospect Sam Kulasingam

As the MLB season comes to a close for the Royals and the minor league season ends, it is a good time to look at potential future Royals. One of those players is Sam Kulasingam, who continues to produce in the Royals minor league system.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23

Randal Grichuk and Chase Meidroth power White Sox win at Royals

The White Sox overcame another collapse by the bullpen late to earn the critical win.

Will Venable gambling on late-season lineup change with Miguel Vargas

White Sox have more favorable pitching matchups than Guardians amid crucial final week

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 22

White Sox beat Royals despite another bullpen collapse

The Chicago White Sox bullpen allowed seven runs in the last two innings, but they survived for a 14-11 win at the Kansas City Royals.

White Sox keep pace in AL Central by outslugging Royals 14-11

White Sox have more favorable pitching matchups than Guardians amid crucial final week

Will Venable gambling on late-season lineup change with Miguel Vargas

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Carter Jensen News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Royals' Carter Jensen Sets Rookie Record

Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen continued his strong rookie campaign on Saturday. Despite the Royals’ 6-5 loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the 23-year-old backstop clubbed his 25th home run in the top of the third inning.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 22

Royals Begin Final Homestand Looking to Spoil White Sox Playoff Chances: Stats and Trends to Keep an Eye on

It is officially the final set of series for the Royals in 2026 as they begin a six-game homestand against the White Sox and Guardians. The Royals have the ultimate chance to play spoiler for both series as both teams coming to town have not finalized their playoff spots yet.

Craig Kimbrel News / The Spun / September 22

Brother of Longtime MLB Star Craig Kimbrel Dead at 36

The brother of longtime Major League Baseball star Craig Kimbrel has passed away. He was 36 years old. Matt Kimbrel, the brother of the flame-throwing closer, was killed in a motorcycle crash in Alabama.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 22

Vinnie Pasquantino, Daniel Lynch IV Turn in Strong Weeks: Royals Stock Up, Stock Down

Welcome to “Stock Up, Stock Down,” where every week, the Royals On SI staff writers highlight Kansas City Royals players who have stood out or had a rough week.

Kendry Chourio News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 21

Royals' Prospect Kendry Chourio Puts Together Dominant 2026 Season

A handful of Kansas City Royals prospects put together productive seasons this year. These players are scattered throughout the farm system at all levels, but one prospect put himself on the map with the elite season he just posted.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 21

Kansas City Royals Name Seven Organizational Award Winners for 2026

The Kansas City Royals announced their 2026 organizational award winners Monday, recognizing seven players and members of the organization for their production and performance this season.

Craig Kimbrel News / Field Level Media / September 21

Brother of Craig Kimbrel dies in motorcycle crash

The younger brother of nine-time All-Star reliever Craig Kimbrel was killed in a weekend motorcycle crash in Huntsville, Ala. Matt Kimbrel, 36, a former minor league pitcher with the Atlanta Braves, died Saturday morning after colliding with a dump truck, police said.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 16

Astros stumble against Royals, fall into tie for first in AL West

John Rave and Michael Massey smacked home runs in support of left-hander Daniel Lynch IV, who twirled five shutout innings to lead the visiting Kansas City Royals to a 5-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16

2026 White Sox in danger of becoming 2003 Royals

There are still questions surrounding the White Sox: Can they hold on to a playoff berth, and can they prove that the 2026 season is more than a flash in the pan? Otherwise, they may end up sharing the same fate as the 2003 Royals.

White Sox's playoff hopes slipping after losing series vs. Guardians

White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami's performance has taken a downturn at the worst time

Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox

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Bobby Witt Jr. News / Viral Sports News / September 15