Forty-five-year-old Royals left-handed starter Rich Hill took the loss. He surrendered four runs and six walks in his first start at Kauffman Stadium since 2021. He also allowed two of the Braves’ three homers in his four innings of work.

Trade Seth Lugo? How about extending him? The Royals on Monday finalized a two-year contract extension with Lugo, committing to the right-handed veteran starter until at least 2027 and ending any talk of Lugo leaving Kansas City this summer or the offseason.

The Kansas City Royals have agreed to a two-year extension with right-hander Seth Lugo, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.

Kansas City Royals starter Seth Lugo was a top candidate to be traded until he received a contract extension on Monday.

The Kansas City Royals placed former Florida Gator and outfielder Jac Caglianone on the 10-day injured list on Sunday due to a left hamstring strain.

As a result, the Royals pulled Caglianone from the starting lineup in the third inning. The club believes the injury is minor but will continue to evaluate him moving forward. "We

The Kansas City Royals placed All-Star left-hander Kris Bubic on the 15-day injured list with a rotator cuff strain and outfielder Jac Caglianone on the 10-day injured list with a strained left hamstring amid a series of moves before their series finale Sunday against Cleveland.

The Atlanta Braves face the Kansas City Royals in the opener of a 3-game set at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City Monday.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians MLB game from July 27, 2025 on ESPN.