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Another day at the office, another pitiful performance by the Kansas City Royals. For the third straight game, the bullpen coughed up a late lead and they were defeated, this time 4-3 by the Pirates.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 16

Jeremy Peña and Yordan Álvarez Show the Power the Astros Need to Reach October

Three swings were enough for the Houston Astros to return to the winning path on Roberto Clemente Day: two home runs from Jeremy Peña and Yordan Álvarez’s 39th blast of the season produced all the runs in Tuesday’s 4-2 victory over Michael Wacha and the Kansas City Royals.

MLB News / Royals Review / September 16

Royals can’t stop Jeremy Peña in loss to Astros

Jeremy Peña homered twice, part of a three-hit night as the Royals fell to the Astros 4-2 in the series opener Tuesday night. Michael Wacha gave up four runs in six innings, ending a streak of four consecutive Quality Starts.

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How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 15

Royals' Head to Houston for Series against Playoff Hopeful Astros: Stats and Trends to Keep an Eye on

As the season winds down for the Royals, they will look to play spoiler to some teams, including the Astros, whom they will face next. The Royals will look to win their first series of September against the AL West leaders.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 15

Michael Wacha, Noah Cameron Continue to Impress: 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.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 11

Michael Wacha’s Royals Run, Future Outfield Outlook: One Royal Way

In the latest episode of “One Royal Way,” host Joel Penfield discussed a handful of topics, from breaking down Michael Wacha’s time in Kansas City to examining outfielders who could be playing their way into roles for the 2027 season.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / September 3

Hook, line, and Wacha: Royals sink Marlins in series finale

Despite falling behind early, the Royals fought back thanks to the arm of Michael Wacha and timely hits by Carter Jensen and Jac Caglianone to win the third and final game of their series against the Miami Marlins, 7-3.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 1

Jac Caglianone Keeps Rolling, Michael Wacha Shines: 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.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 29

Michael Wacha Turns Heads With Dominant Outing in Win Over Guardians

The Kansas City Royals continued their hot streak Friday, taking the first game of a three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians with a 3-0 win. Kansas City has caught fire during its late-season surge, producing at a level it has not reached all season.

Cleveland Guardians News / Covering the Corner / August 29

Guardians News: One to Forget

I am repeating some things to myself. Winning streaks don’t last forever. The Royals haven’t lost 75 games by accident. Michael Wacha cannot pitch again tonight.

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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.

MLB News / Covering the Corner / August 28

Death, Taxes, and the Guardians not being able to hit Michael Wacha.

The Guards would have their 7 game win streak snapped after dropping the opener vs. the Royals Friday night 3-0. The game started out as a pitchers’ duel and remained scoreless until the top of the 5th.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / August 28

Michael Wacha fans 10 in 8 innings as Royals blank Guardians

All-Star Michael Wacha struck out 10 over eight innings and Carter Jensen hit a two-run homer in the ninth, sending the red-hot Kansas City Royals to a 3-0 victory over the host Cleveland Guardians on Friday night.

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MLB News / Royals Review / August 28

Royals at Guardians, August 28 live discussion

The Royals lost their winning streak since last we spoke, though not before they tacked two more onto it. They’ve also started their next winning streak, or at least it will be one if they can win again tonight.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / August 24

Kansas City Royals news: Eight in a row!

Michael Wacha continues to churn out quality starts, writes Jaylon Thompson. “When you are giving up one run, you are going to have a pretty good chance to win,” Royals manager Matt Quatraro said.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / August 22

Michael Wacha shuts down Tigers as Royals win 7th straight

Michael Wacha allowed one run over seven strong innings, Kyle Isbel and Salvador Perez each hit a solo homer and the host Kansas City Royals extended their

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 17

Royals' Michael Wacha strives for elusive win in opener vs. A's

Right-hander Michael Wacha will have a tough act to follow on Monday night when he takes the mound for the Kansas City Royals in the opener of a four-game home series against the Athletics.

Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / July 28

Should the Royals Trade Michael Wacha at the Deadline?

The date is Nov. 4, 2024. The Kansas City Royals are coming off their first postseason appearance since their 2015 World Series title. It was a breakthrough season fueled by MVP-caliber play from Bobby Witt Jr.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / July 20

Royals' Michael Wacha seeks return to form against Giants

Michael Wacha has been the Kansas City Royals' most consistent starting pitcher in 2026. Of late, however, he hasn't looked like the All-Star he has been this season.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

Royals Expected To Maintain High Asking Price On Wacha, Lugo

The Royals have been one of the more disappointing teams in MLB. They’re alongside the Angels as the two worst teams in the American League, the only AL clubs completely buried in the playoff picture.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / July 9

Royals likely to keep Michael Wacha and Seth Lugo past trade deadline

It doesn't sound like the Royals are interested in parting with two members of their rotation.

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Tyler Tolbert achieves MLB history twice as Royals beat Mets

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 5

Royals' Michael Wacha joins rare company with second All-Star selection

Lost in the debate about who was snubbed, Kansas City Royals right-hander Michael Wacha's All-Star selection serves as a reason for everyone to celebrate.

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 9, 2025

Royals place starting pitcher on concussion list

He had been lined up for Wednesday.

Royals aim to shake off ugly opener against Guardians

Slade Cecconi carries no-hitter into 8th, Guardians rout Royals

Key starter on comeback trail as Royals seek playoff spot

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Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / June 3, 2025

Royals deserve credit for making more effort than most small-market teams

Tuesday is a big day for the Kansas City Royals as top prospect Jac Caglianone will be making his Major League debut against the St. Louis Cardinals. It is not just his arrival that should be a big deal for Royals fans.

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Kansas City Royals News / Total Apex Sports / May 8, 2025

Michael Wacha Is A Workhorse, Reaches 1,500 Career Innings Pitched

Michael Wacha pitched seven scoreless innings and reached a personal career milestone on Wednesday when he logged his 1500th inning pitched in Kansas City’s 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / November 8, 2024