Josh Rojas has go-ahead, 2-run single as pinch hitter in Royals debut as Kansas City tops Twins 8-6

Pinch-hitter Josh Rojas had a go-ahead, two-run single in the ninth inning in his Kansas City debut and the Royals outlasted the Minnesota Twins 8-6.

A Royals newcomer helped seal Thursday’s series-opening win at Minnesota Twins

Rojas, selected from Triple-A Omaha ahead of Thursday evening’s series opener, hit the go-ahead two-run single in the ninth inning. He roped a 95.3 mph sinker off Twins right-hander Justin Lawrence to break a 6-6 tie.

Kansas City Royals at Texas Rangers odds, picks and predictions

The Kansas City Royals visit the Texas Rangers Saturday afternoon for a 4:05 p.m. ET first pitch from Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
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Kansas City Royals Suffer Damaging Blow Amidst Dreadful Runs as All-Star Infielder Limps Out With Serious Injury

The Kansas City Royals suffer a huge blow as an All-Star infielder faces a serious injury after coming off their game on Saturday.

This Royals newcomer turned a long day of travel into heroic at-bat against Twins

With this major-league veteran leading the way in the ninth, the Royals found a way.

Kansas City Royals at Cincinnati Reds odds, picks, and predictions

The Kansas City Royals and Cincinnati Reds open a 3-game series Monday at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m. ET.

Have the Royals found a new closer? Why Alex Lange is making a compelling case

The Royals will likely stick with Lange as their closer. And Saturday's game also showcased their other healthy high-leverage relievers: Daniel Lynch IV worked the sixth inning, Lucas Erceg the seventh and Matt Strahm the eighth.

Twins baseman Royce Lewis’ alarming struggles continue vs. Royals after return from Triple-A

Royce Lewis went 0-for-3 in his at-bats as he only got a walk in Saturday's matchup, seeing his struggles continue in the Twins loss.