Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals 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 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DET | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0 |
| KC | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | - | 11 | 12 | 1 |
W: John Schreiber
L: Andrew Sears
Show inning-by-inning hits, errors and runners left on base
| Inning | DET R | H | E | Left On Base | KC R | H | E | Left On Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2nd | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 3rd | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5th | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 6th | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 7th | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 8th | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 9th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals Game Highlights
Saved YouTube results followed by official MLB recaps, condensed games and key plays.
Official MLB Condensed Game: DET@KC - 8/23/26 00:11:52
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Nick Loftin's three-run home run (6) 00:00:36
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Kevin McGonigle's two-run home run (14) 00:00:29
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB John Rave's two-run home run (3) 00:00:35
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Hao-Yu Lee's RBI single 00:00:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Salvador Perez's RBI double 00:00:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Kevin McGonigle's RBI double 00:00:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Connor Thomas' RBI fielder's choice 00:00:19
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Kyle Isbel's two-run double 00:00:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Salvador Perez's first stolen base since 2021 00:00:21
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Vinnie Pasquantino's RBI double 00:00:20
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Gleyber Torres' RBI groundout 00:00:19
Watch on MLB.com →Game Info: Date, Time and Venue
DateAugust 23, 2026
Time2:10 PM ET
VenueKauffman Stadium
Game TypeRegular Season
SeriesRegular Season · Game 3 of 3
Day/Nightday
Attendance21,269
Game Duration2h 53m
First Pitch2026-08-23T18:11:00.000Z
Game Data RefreshedAug 27, 2026
Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals Probable Pitchers
DETJacob Waguespack
Stats1-1 · ERA 2.40 · 18 SO · WHIP 0.87 · 30.0 IP
KCDaniel Lynch IV
Stats4-4 · ERA 2.93 · 43 SO · WHIP 1.03 · 58.1 IP
TV Channel and Streaming
Detroit SportsNet
TV · EN · away · Streaming
Royals.TV
TV · EN · home · Streaming
96.5 The Fan
FM · EN · home · Streaming
WXYT 97.1 FM
FM · EN · away · Streaming
Royals Radio Network
AM · EN · home
Scoring Plays
Every run-scoring play in game order.
Top 1 · Double1-0
Kevin McGonigle doubles (23) on a line drive to center fielder Kyle Isbel. Gleyber Torres scores.
Bottom 2 · Single1-2
Kyle Isbel singles on a fly ball to left fielder Javier Báez. Salvador Perez scores. John Rave scores. Tyler Tolbert to 2nd.
Bottom 2 · Home Run1-5
Nick Loftin homers (6) on a fly ball to left center field. Tyler Tolbert scores. Kyle Isbel scores.
Top 5 · Groundout2-5
Gleyber Torres grounds out, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. to first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino. Max Clark scores. Javier Báez to 3rd.
Top 5 · Single3-5
Hao-Yu Lee singles on a line drive to center fielder Kyle Isbel. Javier Báez scores.
Top 5 · Home Run5-5
Kevin McGonigle homers (14) on a fly ball to right center field. Hao-Yu Lee scores.
Bottom 5 · Double5-6
Vinnie Pasquantino doubles (15) on a sharp line drive to center fielder Max Clark. Nick Loftin scores.
Bottom 5 · Double5-7
Salvador Perez doubles (19) on a sharp line drive to left fielder Javier Báez. Vinnie Pasquantino scores.
Bottom 5 · Home Run5-9
John Rave homers (3) on a fly ball to right field. Salvador Perez scores.
Top 6 · Forceout6-9
Max Clark grounds into a force out, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. to third baseman Nick Loftin. Spencer Torkelson scores. Brett Callahan out at 3rd. Ben Malgeri to 2nd. Max Clark to 1st.
Top 7 · Walk7-9
Ben Malgeri walks. Hao-Yu Lee scores. Kevin McGonigle to 3rd. Eduardo Valencia to 2nd.
Bottom 8 · Single7-10
Kyle Isbel singles on a ground ball to center fielder Max Clark, deflected by second baseman Gleyber Torres. John Rave scores.
Bottom 8 · Single7-11
Nick Loftin singles on a line drive to left fielder Ben Malgeri. Kyle Isbel scores. Nick Loftin to 2nd.
Detroit Tigers Box Score
| Order | Batters | POS | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | Stolen Bases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gleyber Torres#25 | 2B | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Hao-Yu Lee#50 | 3B | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Kevin McGonigle#7 | SS | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | Eduardo Valencia#32 | C | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 5 | Spencer Torkelson#20 | 1B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 5 | Colt Keith#33 | 1B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Corey Julks#44 | DH | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Brett Callahan#34 | DH | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 7 | Ben Malgeri#53 | LF | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 8 | Max Clark#15 | CF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 | Javier Báez#28 | LF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Zach McKinstry#39 | RF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | HR | Pitches / Strikes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Andrew Sears#64 | 4.0 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 74 / 45 |
Jacob Waguespack#58 | 1.1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 30 / 14 |
Kyle Finnegan#67 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 24 / 13 |
Ty Madden#36 | 1.2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 33 / 20 |
Kansas City Royals Box Score
| Order | Batters | POS | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | Stolen Bases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nick Loftin#12 | 3B | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Bobby Witt Jr.#7 | SS | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 3 | Vinnie Pasquantino#9 | 1B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Salvador Perez#13 | DH | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 5 | Isaac Collins#1 | LF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 6 | John Rave#16 | RF | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 7 | Tyler Tolbert#2 | 2B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 8 | Luke Maile#18 | C | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 8 | Carter Jensen#22 | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Kyle Isbel#28 | CF | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | HR | Pitches / Strikes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Connor Thomas#50 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 / 7 |
Daniel Lynch IV#41 | 4.1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 59 / 38 |
John Schreiber#46 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14 / 9 |
Jose Cuas#74 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 26 / 14 |
Mason Black#47 | 0.2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 25 / 16 |
Nate Pearson#61 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 / 10 |
Steven Cruz#64 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 17 / 10 |
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More MLB Games on August 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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Sun, Aug 23
1:35 PM ET
|
Final |
Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365NBCSP
|
STL: Kyle Leahy
10-4 · ERA 3.13 · 115 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 126.1 IP
PHI: Cristopher Sánchez
16-4 · ERA 2.62 · 194 SO · WHIP 1.22 · 168.1 IP
|
Citizens Bank Park |
||
|
Sun, Aug 23
1:35 PM ET
|
Final |
SportsnetTVA SportsYES
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TOR: José Soriano
10-7 · ERA 3.43 · 143 SO · WHIP 1.29 · 144.1 IP
NYY: Carlos Rodón
4-2 · ERA 3.15 · 58 SO · WHIP 1.21 · 54.1 IP
|
Yankee Stadium |
||
|
Sun, Aug 23
1:35 PM ET
|
3-1
|
Final |
MASNRays.TV
|
TB: Nick Martinez
13-4 · ERA 2.93 · 87 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 147.2 IP
BAL: Shane Baz
4-14 · ERA 4.04 · 135 SO · WHIP 1.35 · 151.1 IP
|
Oriole Park at Camden Yards |
|
|
Sun, Aug 23
1:40 PM ET
|
Final |
Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & GarciaNationals.TV
|
WSH: Jackson Kent
0-2 · ERA 8.03 · 14 SO · WHIP 2.11 · 12.1 IP
MIA: Janson Junk
6-8 · ERA 4.21 · 68 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 98.1 IP
|
loanDepot park |
||
|
Sun, Aug 23
2:10 PM ET
|
7-11
|
Final |
Detroit SportsNetRoyals.TV
|
DET: Jacob Waguespack
1-1 · ERA 2.40 · 18 SO · WHIP 0.87 · 30.0 IP
KC: Daniel Lynch IV
4-4 · ERA 2.93 · 43 SO · WHIP 1.03 · 58.1 IP
|
Kauffman Stadium |
|
|
Sun, Aug 23
2:10 PM ET
|
7-6
|
Final |
NBCSCASpace City Home Network
|
ATH: Brady Basso
0-0 · ERA 4.88 · 19 SO · WHIP 1.46 · 24.0 IP
HOU: Cristian Javier
1-4 · ERA 6.47 · 38 SO · WHIP 1.66 · 40.1 IP
|
Daikin Park |
|
|
Sun, Aug 23
2:10 PM ET
|
1-2
|
Final |
Chicago Sports NetworkSNY
|
NYM: Nolan McLean
9-8 · ERA 3.21 · 168 SO · WHIP 1.14 · 148.2 IP
CWS: Sean Newcomb
1-3 · ERA 2.38 · 67 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 72.0 IP
|
Rate Field |
|
|
Sun, Aug 23
2:35 PM ET
|
3-5
|
Final |
ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort CasinoRangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive
|
LAA: Yusei Kikuchi
0-4 · ERA 6.25 · 37 SO · WHIP 1.58 · 36.0 IP
TEX: Cal Quantrill
6-4 · ERA 2.90 · 60 SO · WHIP 1.14 · 83.2 IP
|
Globe Life Field |
|
|
Sun, Aug 23
3:10 PM ET
|
Final |
Guardians.TV Presented by ProgressiveRockies.TV
|
CLE: Foster Griffin
15-4 · ERA 3.19 · 135 SO · WHIP 1.13 · 149.1 IP
COL: Tomoyuki Sugano
12-7 · ERA 4.96 · 71 SO · WHIP 1.32 · 121.2 IP
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Coors Field |
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Sun, Aug 23
3:15 PM ET
|
Final |
NBC/Peacock
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SF: Matt Wilkinson
0-1 · ERA 6.35 · 2 SO · WHIP 1.41 · 5.2 IP
BOS: Jake Bennett
8-6 · ERA 3.49 · 67 SO · WHIP 1.07 · 87.2 IP
|
Fenway Park |
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Sun, Aug 23
4:10 PM ET
|
19-2
|
Final |
Mariners.TVMarquee Sports Network
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CHC: Shota Imanaga
8-9 · ERA 3.78 · 144 SO · WHIP 1.12 · 145.1 IP
SEA: Bryce Miller
4-8 · ERA 4.12 · 92 SO · WHIP 1.09 · 94.0 IP
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T-Mobile Park |
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Sun, Aug 23
4:10 PM ET
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1-8
|
Final |
Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego HealthTwins.TV Presented by Progressive
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MIN: Bailey Ober
7-4 · ERA 4.49 · 74 SO · WHIP 1.26 · 108.1 IP
SD: Walker Buehler
8-6 · ERA 4.63 · 108 SO · WHIP 1.35 · 126.1 IP
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Petco Park |
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Sun, Aug 23
4:10 PM ET
|
Final |
SportsNet LASportsNet Pittsburgh
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PIT: Lake Bachar
1-3 · ERA 3.70 · 75 SO · WHIP 1.11 · 73.0 IP
LAD: Blake Snell
2-1 · ERA 2.57 · 26 SO · WHIP 1.05 · 21.0 IP
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UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium |
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Sun, Aug 23
4:15 PM ET
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Final |
Peacock/NBCSN
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CIN: Andrew Abbott
6-9 · ERA 4.15 · 114 SO · WHIP 1.40 · 145.1 IP
AZ: Mitch Bratt
1-2 · ERA 4.54 · 28 SO · WHIP 1.56 · 39.2 IP
|
Chase Field |
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Sun, Aug 23
7:10 PM ET
|
4-2
|
Final |
ESPN/ESPN App
|
ATL: Tyler Mahle
5-10 · ERA 4.41 · 112 SO · WHIP 1.32 · 118.1 IP
MIL: Shane Drohan
6-5 · ERA 3.84 · 104 SO · WHIP 1.29 · 105.1 IP
|
Journey Bank Ballpark |
Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals FAQ
Common questions for this MLB matchup.
What time is Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals?
The listed start time is 2:10 PM ET. Times are shown in Eastern Time.
What channel is Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals on?
The current TV listing is Detroit SportsNet, Royals.TV. Broadcast and streaming availability can vary by market.
Who are the probable pitchers?
The listed probable pitchers are Jacob Waguespack and Daniel Lynch IV. Probable starters can change before first pitch.
Where is the game being played?
The listed venue is Kauffman Stadium.