Kansas City Royals at St. Louis Cardinals Game Summary
A quick matchup view with teams, score status, first pitch time and local-time conversion.
Linescore
Runs by inning with final runs, hits and errors.
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
| STL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 0 |
W: Gordon Graceffo
L: Steven Cruz
Show inning-by-inning hits, errors and runners left on base
| Inning | KC R | H | E | Left On Base | STL R | H | E | Left On Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2nd | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3rd | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4th | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 5th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 6th | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7th | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 8th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 9th | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 10th | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 11th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Kansas City Royals vs St. Louis Cardinals Game Highlights
Saved YouTube results followed by official MLB recaps, condensed games and key plays.
YouTube Kansas City Royals vs. St. Louis Cardinals | Full Game Highlights | ESPN MLB
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Royals vs. Cardinals Game Highlights (5/17/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Royals vs. Cardinals Game 2 Highlights (6/5/25) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Cardinals vs. Royals Game Highlights (5/18/25) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Royals vs. Cardinals Game Highlights (5/15/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Cardinals vs. Royals Game Highlights (5/17/25) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Show-Me Shutout | Royals vs. Cardinals Highlights 5/17/26
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Royals vs. Cardinals Game Highlights (5/16/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube CARDINALS vs. ROYALS Full Game Highlights (6/19/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →Official MLB Gordon Graceffo, Yohel Pozo lead the Cardinals' win 00:03:14
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Condensed Game: KC@STL - 5/15/26 00:15:10
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Yohel Pozo's walk-off single 00:00:30
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Alec Burleson's game-tying RBI single 00:00:18
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Bobby Witt Jr.'s go-ahead RBI double 00:00:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Yohel Pozo wins it for the Cardinals 00:01:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Jordan Walker's two-run home run (13) 00:00:30
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Pedro Pagés' solo home run (4) 00:00:30
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Carter Jensen's RBI double 00:00:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Isaac Collins' RBI groundout 00:00:16
Watch on MLB.com →Game Info: Date, Time and Venue
DateMay 15, 2026
Time8:15 PM ET
VenueBusch Stadium
Game TypeRegular Season
SeriesRegular Season · Game 1 of 3
Day/Nightnight
Attendance26,949
Game Duration3h 12m
First Pitch2026-05-16T00:15:00.000Z
Game Data RefreshedAug 9, 2026
Kansas City Royals vs St. Louis Cardinals Probable Pitchers
KCMichael Wacha
Stats5-6 · ERA 3.45 · 91 SO · WHIP 1.16 · 114.2 IP
STLDustin May
Stats5-6 · ERA 4.55 · 85 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 89.0 IP
TV Channel and Streaming
Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365
TV · EN · home · Streaming
Royals.TV
TV · EN · away · Streaming
96.5 The Fan
FM · EN · away · Streaming
KMOX 1120 AM/104.1 FM
AM · EN · home · Streaming
Royals Radio Network
AM · EN · away
WIJR AM 880 (En Espanol)
AM · ES · home · Streaming
Scoring Plays
Every run-scoring play in game order.
Top 4 · Double1-0
Carter Jensen doubles (5) on a sharp line drive to left fielder Nathan Church. Vinnie Pasquantino scores. Salvador Perez to 3rd.
Top 4 · Sac Fly2-0
Isaac Collins out on a sacrifice fly to right fielder Jordan Walker. Salvador Perez scores. Carter Jensen to 3rd.
Bottom 4 · Home Run2-2
Jordan Walker homers (13) on a fly ball to center field. Iván Herrera scores.
Bottom 5 · Home Run2-3
Pedro Pagés homers (4) on a fly ball to center field.
Top 6 · Groundout3-3
Isaac Collins grounds out to first baseman Alec Burleson. Vinnie Pasquantino scores. Carter Jensen to 3rd. Jac Caglianone to 2nd.
Top 10 · Double4-3
Bobby Witt Jr. doubles (12) on a sharp line drive to center fielder Nathan Church. Maikel Garcia scores.
Bottom 10 · Single4-4
Alec Burleson singles on a line drive to right fielder Lane Thomas. Thomas Saggese scores.
Bottom 11 · Single4-5
Yohel Pozo singles on a ground ball to right fielder Lane Thomas. Nathan Church scores. JJ Wetherholt to 2nd.
Kansas City Royals Box Score
| Order | Batters | POS | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | Stolen Bases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maikel Garcia#11 | 3B | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Bobby Witt Jr.#7 | SS | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 3 | Vinnie Pasquantino#9 | 1B | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | Salvador Perez#13 | C | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 5 | Carter Jensen#22 | DH | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Jac Caglianone#14 | RF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 6 | Lane Thomas#15 | RF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 7 | Isaac Collins#1 | LF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Michael Massey#19 | 2B | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Kyle Isbel#28 | CF | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | HR | Pitches / Strikes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Daniel Lynch IV#41 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 20 / 14 |
John Schreiber#46 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 / 1 |
Lucas Erceg#60 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 12 / 11 |
Matt Strahm#25 | 0.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 15 / 8 |
Michael Wacha#52 | 6.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 87 / 57 |
Nick Mears#31 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 16 / 10 |
Steven Cruz#64 | 0.2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 / 4 |
St. Louis Cardinals Box Score
| Order | Batters | POS | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | Stolen Bases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JJ Wetherholt#26 | 2B | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2 | Iván Herrera#48 | DH | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2 | Thomas Saggese#25 | DH | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Yohel Pozo#63 | PH | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Alec Burleson#41 | 1B | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 4 | Jordan Walker#18 | RF | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 5 | Nolan Gorman#16 | 3B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 6 | Masyn Winn#0 | SS | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 7 | Nathan Church#27 | CF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 8 | Pedro Pagés#43 | C | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 9 | Victor Scott II#11 | CF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | José Fermín#15 | LF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | HR | Pitches / Strikes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dustin May#3 | 6.0 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 91 / 54 |
George Soriano#65 | 0.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 / 6 |
Gordon Graceffo#44 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14 / 7 |
JoJo Romero#59 | 1.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 21 / 13 |
Riley O'Brien#61 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 / 6 |
Ryne Stanek#55 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 13 / 9 |
How to Use This MLB Game Page
Designed for fans checking a single matchup before or during game day.
Check first pitch and local time
The main time is listed in Eastern Time. A local-time conversion appears when UTC start time data is available.
Confirm the TV channel
The TV and Streaming section shows loaded broadcast labels. Availability can vary by market, provider and subscription.
Compare probable pitchers
Probable pitchers and available season stats are shown for both teams, but assignments can change before first pitch.
Jump to related schedules
Use team links, the date schedule link and same-date games to keep browsing without leaving the MLB schedule tool.
More MLB Games on May 15, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Fri, May 15
6:40 PM ET
|
Final |
NBCSPSportsNet Pittsburgh
|
PHI: Aaron Nola
3-6 · ERA 5.87 · 94 SO · WHIP 1.46 · 92.0 IP
PIT: Braxton Ashcraft
9-3 · ERA 3.24 · 122 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 108.1 IP
|
PNC Park |
||
|
Fri, May 15
6:45 PM ET
|
Final |
Fox 5 WTTGGray MediaMASN
|
BAL: Shane Baz
4-9 · ERA 4.21 · 90 SO · WHIP 1.37 · 107.0 IP
WSH: Zack Littell
7-6 · ERA 5.02 · 52 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 86.0 IP
|
Nationals Park |
||
|
Fri, May 15
6:45 PM ET
|
2-3
|
Final |
Apple TV
|
TOR: Trey Yesavage
4-4 · ERA 3.31 · 68 SO · WHIP 1.08 · 73.1 IP
DET: Brenan Hanifee
0-0 · ERA 3.29 · 6 SO · WHIP 1.39 · 13.2 IP
|
Comerica Park |
|
|
Fri, May 15
7:10 PM ET
|
2-7
|
Final |
Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & GarciaRays.TV
|
MIA: Janson Junk
3-5 · ERA 4.80 · 43 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 60.0 IP
TB: Ian Seymour
6-1 · ERA 4.11 · 72 SO · WHIP 1.08 · 61.1 IP
|
Tropicana Field |
|
|
Fri, May 15
7:10 PM ET
|
3-2
|
Final |
Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi SportsbookTwins.TV Presented by Progressive
|
MIL: Coleman Crow
0-1 · ERA 5.30 · 10 SO · WHIP 1.45 · 18.2 IP
MIN: Joe Ryan
6-5 · ERA 2.85 · 122 SO · WHIP 1.04 · 104.1 IP
|
Target Field |
|
|
Fri, May 15
7:10 PM ET
|
Final |
Guardians.TV Presented by ProgressiveReds.TVWKYC 3
|
CIN: Andrew Abbott
5-5 · ERA 3.92 · 81 SO · WHIP 1.41 · 101.0 IP
CLE: Tanner Bibee
2-9 · ERA 4.06 · 84 SO · WHIP 1.14 · 106.1 IP
|
Progressive Field |
||
|
Fri, May 15
7:15 PM ET
|
5-2
|
Final |
Apple TV
|
NYY: Cam Schlittler
9-5 · ERA 2.01 · 131 SO · WHIP 0.93 · 112.0 IP
NYM: Clay Holmes
4-4 · ERA 2.39 · 45 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 52.2 IP
|
Citi Field |
|
|
Fri, May 15
7:15 PM ET
|
2-3
|
Final |
BravesVisionGray TVNESN
|
BOS: Connelly Early
7-5 · ERA 3.44 · 93 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 91.2 IP
ATL: Spencer Strider
4-2 · ERA 5.31 · 46 SO · WHIP 1.36 · 39.0 IP
|
Truist Park |
|
|
Fri, May 15
7:40 PM ET
|
10-5
|
Final |
Chicago Sports NetworkMarquee Sports NetworkWCIU TV
|
CHC: Edward Cabrera
5-4 · ERA 5.10 · 65 SO · WHIP 1.40 · 72.1 IP
CWS: Sean Burke
5-4 · ERA 3.56 · 106 SO · WHIP 1.22 · 98.2 IP
|
Rate Field |
|
|
Fri, May 15
8:10 PM ET
|
0-2
|
Final |
CW33Space City Home Network
|
TEX: Jack Leiter
3-7 · ERA 5.29 · 83 SO · WHIP 1.44 · 80.0 IP
HOU: Spencer Arrighetti
7-5 · ERA 4.50 · 81 SO · WHIP 1.33 · 82.0 IP
|
Daikin Park |
|
|
Fri, May 15
8:15 PM ET
|
Final |
Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365Royals.TV
|
KC: Michael Wacha
5-6 · ERA 3.45 · 91 SO · WHIP 1.16 · 114.2 IP
STL: Dustin May
5-6 · ERA 4.55 · 85 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 89.0 IP
|
Busch Stadium |
||
|
Fri, May 15
8:40 PM ET
|
Final |
DBACKS.TVRockies.TV
|
AZ: Merrill Kelly
6-8 · ERA 5.71 · 53 SO · WHIP 1.56 · 86.2 IP
COL: Kyle Freeland
2-7 · ERA 7.46 · 70 SO · WHIP 1.61 · 82.0 IP
|
Coors Field |
||
|
Fri, May 15
9:38 PM ET
|
Final |
ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort CasinoKTTVSportsNet LA
|
LAD: Will Klein
3-3 · ERA 2.27 · 41 SO · WHIP 1.37 · 35.2 IP
LAA: Jack Kochanowicz
2-5 · ERA 6.19 · 47 SO · WHIP 1.58 · 64.0 IP
|
Angel Stadium |
||
|
Fri, May 15
9:40 PM ET
|
2-0
|
Final |
KING 5Mariners.TVPadres.TV Presented by UC San Diego Health
|
SD: Randy Vásquez
6-6 · ERA 4.71 · 60 SO · WHIP 1.50 · 84.0 IP
SEA: Emerson Hancock
6-4 · ERA 3.23 · 92 SO · WHIP 1.01 · 97.2 IP
|
T-Mobile Park |
|
|
Fri, May 15
9:40 PM ET
|
2-5
|
Final |
KNTVNBCS BANBCSCA
|
SF: Tyler Mahle
1-8 · ERA 5.70 · 69 SO · WHIP 1.49 · 71.0 IP
ATH: Aaron Civale
5-6 · ERA 5.10 · 54 SO · WHIP 1.58 · 72.1 IP
|
Sutter Health Park |
Kansas City Royals at St. Louis Cardinals FAQ
Common questions for this MLB matchup.
What time is Kansas City Royals at St. Louis Cardinals?
The listed start time is 8:15 PM ET. Times are shown in Eastern Time.
What channel is Kansas City Royals at St. Louis Cardinals on?
The current TV listing is Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365, Royals.TV. Broadcast and streaming availability can vary by market.
Who are the probable pitchers?
The listed probable pitchers are Michael Wacha and Dustin May. Probable starters can change before first pitch.
Where is the game being played?
The listed venue is Busch Stadium.