Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez was hit by a pitch in the left elbow during Monday night’s game against the Atlanta Braves.

As injuries have piled up for Royals pitchers, general manager J.J. Picollo talked about why he took a chance on Dallas Keuchel.

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

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) turns a double play against San Francisco Giants first baseman Wilmer Flores (41) during the seventh inning at Oracle Park on May 20, 2025.

With three starters now on the IL, could the Kansas City Royals shift their thinking for the MLB Trade Deadline?

Hoffmann made his MLB debut earlier this season. He recorded a 3.86 ERA in 4 2/3 innings alongside five strikeouts in three relief appearances. The Royals originally acquired him from the Atlanta Braves in a package that also included outfielder Drew Waters and infielder CJ Alexander.

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The Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago Cubs 8-4 on Wednesday afternoon at Wrigley Field as they try to stay in the American League playoff race. At 50-53, they