Two of the four division series have concluded, capping off a thrilling week of playoff baseball. The New York Yankees bested the Kansas City Royals three games to one, while the New York Mets shocked the Philadelphia Phillies by the same margin. On the one hand, we can ask whether we’re going to see another subway series. On the other hand, as for the defeated, the only option … [Read more...] about What The Royals And Phillies Need For 2025
Yankees Advance to ALCS with 3-1 Win Over Royals
It wasn’t always pretty, but the New York Yankees did just enough Thursday night, as they’ve done this whole American League Division Series. Behind a terrific outing from Gerrit Cole (after some suspect starting pitching to begin the series) and a few clutch hits, the Yankees advanced to the ALCS after beating the Kansas City Royals by a score of 3-1 in Game 4. It is their … [Read more...] about Yankees Advance to ALCS with 3-1 Win Over Royals
Three Royals Hitters Who Should Worry Yankees Pitching
The New York Yankees are set to kick off their postseason journey this weekend. New York will take on the Kansas City Royals in the American League Division Series. Their pitching staff should pay particularly close attention to a few heavy hitters the Royals possess in their lineup. The Royals tied with three other teams for eighth in MLB in team batting average this year, at … [Read more...] about Three Royals Hitters Who Should Worry Yankees Pitching
Royals Get Postseason Boost with Return of Slugging First Baseman
The Kansas City Royals are activating first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino for the Wild Card Series against the Baltimore Orioles. Pasquantino broke his right thumb on August 29 and was expected to miss six to eight weeks, but he beat his recovery timeline by two weeks. At the time of his absence, the Royals were 75-60 and averaging 4.9 runs per game. However, Kansas City went … [Read more...] about Royals Get Postseason Boost with Return of Slugging First Baseman
Royals Starter Returns From Injured List Amid Postseason Push
The Kansas City Royals are getting a quality starting pitcher back with the return of Michael Lorenzen, who was sidelined with a hamstring injury in late August. The Royals have also optioned right-handed pitcher Steven Cruz to Triple-A Omaha. Lorenzen will start against the Washington Nationals this evening. When Lorenzen was undergoing his rehab assignments he was instructed … [Read more...] about Royals Starter Returns From Injured List Amid Postseason Push