Kansas City Royals at Tampa Bay Rays Game Summary
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Game Info: Date, Time and Venue
DateJune 23, 2026
Time6:40 PM ET
VenueTropicana Field
SeriesRegular Season · Game 2 of 4
Day/Nightnight
Kansas City Royals vs Tampa Bay Rays Probable Pitchers
KCLuinder Avila
Stats4-3 · ERA 5.05 · 47 SO · WHIP 1.59 · 51.2 IP
TBShane McClanahan
Stats8-5 · ERA 2.83 · 82 SO · WHIP 1.13 · 86.0 IP
TV Channel and Streaming
Rays.TV
TV · home · Streaming
Royals.TV
TV · away · Streaming
96.5 The Fan
FM · away · Streaming
Royals Radio Network
AM · away
WDAE 95.7 FM
AM · home · Streaming
WQBN/1300AM
AM · home · Streaming
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More MLB Games on June 23, 2026
Other games loaded for the same date, with TV listings, probable pitchers and game details.
| Date / Time | Matchup | Status | TV / Streaming | Probable Pitchers | Venue | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tue, Jun 23
4:07 PM ET
|
9-7
|
Final |
Space City Home Network, Sportsnet
|
HOU: Peter Lambert
7-5 · ERA 3.26 · 74 SO · WHIP 1.15 · 80.0 IP
TOR: Shane Bieber
0-1 · ERA 9.00 · 9 SO · WHIP 2.08 · 13.0 IP
|
Rogers Centre |
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|
Tue, Jun 23
6:40 PM ET
|
12-5
|
Final |
Rays.TV, Royals.TV
|
KC: Luinder Avila
4-3 · ERA 5.05 · 47 SO · WHIP 1.59 · 51.2 IP
TB: Shane McClanahan
8-5 · ERA 2.83 · 82 SO · WHIP 1.13 · 86.0 IP
|
Tropicana Field |
|
|
Tue, Jun 23
6:40 PM ET
|
Final |
Mariners.TV, SportsNet Pittsburgh
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SEA: George Kirby
7-8 · ERA 3.76 · 98 SO · WHIP 1.32 · 110.0 IP
PIT: Mitch Keller
6-6 · ERA 5.02 · 74 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 100.1 IP
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PNC Park |
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Tue, Jun 23
6:40 PM ET
|
4-6
|
Final |
Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia, Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive
|
TEX: Cal Quantrill
3-1 · ERA 3.35 · 27 SO · WHIP 1.17 · 40.1 IP
MIA: Sandy Alcantara
10-4 · ERA 4.00 · 92 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 123.2 IP
|
loanDepot park |
|
|
Tue, Jun 23
6:40 PM ET
|
4-3
|
Final |
Detroit SportsNet, YES
|
NYY: Carlos Rodón
4-2 · ERA 3.30 · 52 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 46.1 IP
DET: Casey Mize
4-5 · ERA 2.64 · 72 SO · WHIP 0.98 · 71.2 IP
|
Comerica Park |
|
|
Tue, Jun 23
6:45 PM ET
|
Final |
Nationals.TV, NBCSP
|
PHI: Jesús Luzardo
7-4 · ERA 3.75 · 125 SO · WHIP 1.27 · 103.1 IP
WSH: PJ Poulin
3-0 · ERA 2.83 · 22 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 35.0 IP
|
Nationals Park |
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Tue, Jun 23
7:10 PM ET
|
9-6
|
Final |
Marquee Sports Network, SNY
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CHC: Edward Cabrera
5-4 · ERA 5.10 · 65 SO · WHIP 1.40 · 72.1 IP
NYM: Kodai Senga
0-7 · ERA 8.92 · 46 SO · WHIP 1.80 · 38.1 IP
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Citi Field |
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|
Tue, Jun 23
7:10 PM ET
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2-0
|
Final |
Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook, Reds.TV
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MIL: Brandon Sproat
3-4 · ERA 5.13 · 84 SO · WHIP 1.37 · 79.0 IP
CIN: Nick Lodolo
3-2 · ERA 4.68 · 46 SO · WHIP 1.46 · 57.2 IP
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Great American Ball Park |
|
|
Tue, Jun 23
7:40 PM ET
|
12-3
|
Final |
TBS, SportsNet LA, Twins.TV Presented by Progressive
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LAD: Justin Wrobleski
10-2 · ERA 2.69 · 73 SO · WHIP 1.02 · 100.1 IP
MIN: Kendry Rojas
1-0 · ERA 1.65 · 18 SO · WHIP 1.53 · 16.1 IP
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Target Field |
|
|
Tue, Jun 23
7:40 PM ET
|
Final |
Chicago Sports Network, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive
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CLE: Parker Messick
7-5 · ERA 2.80 · 109 SO · WHIP 1.08 · 106.0 IP
CWS: Sean Burke
5-4 · ERA 3.56 · 106 SO · WHIP 1.22 · 98.2 IP
|
Rate Field |
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Tue, Jun 23
7:45 PM ET
|
Final |
Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365, DBACKS.TV
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AZ: Eduardo Rodriguez
7-3 · ERA 2.25 · 74 SO · WHIP 1.16 · 108.0 IP
STL: Kyle Leahy
7-4 · ERA 3.86 · 73 SO · WHIP 1.45 · 86.1 IP
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Busch Stadium |
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Tue, Jun 23
8:40 PM ET
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5-2
|
Final |
NESN, Rockies.TV
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BOS: Sonny Gray
10-1 · ERA 2.61 · 82 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 89.2 IP
COL: Sean Sullivan
0-3 · ERA 8.87 · 16 SO · WHIP 2.01 · 22.1 IP
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Coors Field |
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Tue, Jun 23
9:38 PM ET
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Final |
ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino, MASN
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BAL: Shane Baz
4-9 · ERA 4.21 · 90 SO · WHIP 1.37 · 107.0 IP
LAA: Ryan Johnson
1-4 · ERA 6.99 · 24 SO · WHIP 1.55 · 28.1 IP
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Angel Stadium |
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Tue, Jun 23
9:40 PM ET
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6-7
|
Final |
BravesVision, Gray TV, Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego Health
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ATL: JR Ritchie
1-2 · ERA 4.53 · 41 SO · WHIP 1.42 · 43.2 IP
SD: Wandy Peralta
1-1 · ERA 2.33 · 30 SO · WHIP 1.34 · 46.1 IP
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Petco Park |
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Tue, Jun 23
9:45 PM ET
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1-3
|
Final |
NBCS BA, NBCSCA
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ATH: Aaron Civale
5-6 · ERA 5.10 · 54 SO · WHIP 1.58 · 72.1 IP
SF: Robbie Ray
8-6 · ERA 3.45 · 86 SO · WHIP 1.23 · 101.2 IP
|
Oracle Park |
Kansas City Royals at Tampa Bay Rays FAQ
Common questions for this MLB matchup.
What time is Kansas City Royals at Tampa Bay Rays?
The listed start time is 6:40 PM ET. Times are shown in Eastern Time.
What channel is Kansas City Royals at Tampa Bay Rays on?
The current TV listing is Rays.TV, Royals.TV. Broadcast and streaming availability can vary by market.
Who are the probable pitchers?
The listed probable pitchers are Luinder Avila and Shane McClanahan. Probable starters can change before first pitch.
Where is the game being played?
The listed venue is Tropicana Field.