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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| KC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 5 | 6 | 1 |
W: Michael Wacha
L: Burch Smith
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2nd | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3rd | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 4th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 5th | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8th | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9th | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals Game Highlights
Saved YouTube results followed by official MLB recaps, condensed games and key plays.
YouTube Detroit Tigers vs. Kansas City Royals | SUNDAY NIGHT BASEBALL HIGHLIGHTS | MLB on NBC | 5/10/26
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Tigers vs. Royals Game Highlights (5/8/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Tigers vs. Royals Game Highlights (5/10/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Royals vs. Tigers Game Highlights (4/18/25) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Speedy Seven | Royals vs. Tigers Highlights 5/9/2026
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Izzy's Night | Royals vs. Tigers Highlights 5/8/26
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Detroit Tigers @ Kansas City Royals Full Game Replay May 9, 2026 MLB MLB Full Games Replays
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Royals vs. Tigers Game Highlights (4/15/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →YouTube Royals vs. Tigers Game Highlights (4/14/26) | MLB Highlights
Watch on YouTube →Official MLB Wacha dominates Tigers, Witt Jr. homers in 5-1 win 00:03:05
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Condensed Game: DET@KC - 5/9/26 00:10:51
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Bobby Witt Jr.'s inside-the-park home run (5) 00:00:31
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Michael Wacha's seven scoreless innings 00:01:04
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Michael Massey's three-run home run (3) 00:00:29
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Riley Greene's RBI double 00:00:30
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Bobby shows off his wheels for an inside-the-park HR 00:00:33
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Tigers turn unorthodox 4-3-6-2 double play 00:00:29
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Ty Madden's five strikeouts in relief 00:01:12
Watch on MLB.com →Official MLB Steven Cruz closes out the Royals' win 00:00:29
Watch on MLB.com →Game Info: Date, Time and Venue
DateMay 9, 2026
Time7:10 PM ET
VenueKauffman Stadium
Game TypeRegular Season
SeriesRegular Season · Game 2 of 3
Day/Nightnight
Attendance26,724
Game Duration2h 4m
First Pitch2026-05-09T23:10:00.000Z
Game Data RefreshedAug 9, 2026
Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals Probable Pitchers
DETBurch Smith
Stats0-2 · ERA 3.18 · 20 SO · WHIP 1.47 · 17.0 IP
KCMichael Wacha
Stats5-6 · ERA 3.45 · 91 SO · WHIP 1.16 · 114.2 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.
Bottom 1 · Home Run0-2
Bobby Witt Jr. hits an inside-the-park home run (5) on a line drive down the right-field line. Maikel Garcia scores.
Bottom 4 · Home Run0-5
Michael Massey homers (3) on a fly ball to right center field. Carter Jensen scores. Jac Caglianone scores.
Top 8 · Double1-5
Riley Greene doubles (12) on a fly ball to center fielder Kyle Isbel. Kevin McGonigle scores.
Detroit Tigers Box Score
| Order | Batters | POS | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | Stolen Bases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin McGonigle#7 | SS | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Matt Vierling#8 | CF | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 3 | Colt Keith#33 | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 3 | Hao-Yu Lee#50 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Riley Greene#31 | LF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 5 | Dillon Dingler#13 | DH | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Kerry Carpenter#30 | RF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Wenceel Pérez#46 | RF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 7 | Spencer Torkelson#20 | 1B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 8 | Zach McKinstry#39 | 2B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 9 | Jake Rogers#34 | C | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | HR | Pitches / Strikes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Burch Smith#65 | 0.1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 / 8 |
Ty Madden#36 | 6.0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 87 / 53 |
Tyler Holton#87 | 1.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 / 11 |
Kansas City Royals Box Score
| Order | Batters | POS | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | Stolen Bases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maikel Garcia#11 | 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Bobby Witt Jr.#7 | SS | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Vinnie Pasquantino#9 | 1B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | Salvador Perez#13 | DH | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 5 | Carter Jensen#22 | C | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Jac Caglianone#14 | RF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 7 | Lane Thomas#15 | LF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 8 | Michael Massey#19 | 2B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Kyle Isbel#28 | CF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | HR | Pitches / Strikes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Matt Strahm#25 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 18 / 12 |
Michael Wacha#52 | 7.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 89 / 54 |
Steven Cruz#64 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 15 / 10 |
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More MLB Games on May 9, 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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Sat, May 9
3:07 PM ET
|
1-14
|
Final |
ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort CasinoSportsnetTVA Sports
|
LAA: Jack Kochanowicz
2-5 · ERA 6.19 · 47 SO · WHIP 1.58 · 64.0 IP
TOR: Trey Yesavage
4-4 · ERA 3.31 · 68 SO · WHIP 1.08 · 73.1 IP
|
Rogers Centre |
|
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Sat, May 9
4:05 PM ET
|
6-2
|
Final |
MASNNBCSCA
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ATH: Aaron Civale
5-6 · ERA 5.10 · 54 SO · WHIP 1.58 · 72.1 IP
BAL: Shane Baz
4-9 · ERA 4.21 · 90 SO · WHIP 1.37 · 107.0 IP
|
Oriole Park at Camden Yards |
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Sat, May 9
4:10 PM ET
|
Final |
Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & GarciaNationals.TV
|
WSH: Richard Lovelady
2-4 · ERA 3.86 · 27 SO · WHIP 1.81 · 30.1 IP
MIA: Janson Junk
3-5 · ERA 4.80 · 43 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 60.0 IP
|
loanDepot park |
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Sat, May 9
4:10 PM ET
|
1-3
|
Final |
FS1Reds.TVSpace City Home Network
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HOU: Spencer Arrighetti
7-5 · ERA 4.50 · 81 SO · WHIP 1.33 · 82.0 IP
CIN: Chase Burns
11-1 · ERA 2.54 · 118 SO · WHIP 1.11 · 102.2 IP
|
Great American Ball Park |
|
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Sat, May 9
6:05 PM ET
|
Final |
NBCSPRockies.TV
|
COL: Kyle Freeland
2-7 · ERA 7.46 · 70 SO · WHIP 1.61 · 82.0 IP
PHI: Aaron Nola
3-6 · ERA 5.87 · 94 SO · WHIP 1.46 · 92.0 IP
|
Citizens Bank Park |
||
|
Sat, May 9
6:10 PM ET
|
Final |
Guardians.TV Presented by ProgressiveTwins.TV Presented by Progressive
|
MIN: Joe Ryan
6-5 · ERA 2.85 · 122 SO · WHIP 1.04 · 104.1 IP
CLE: Tanner Bibee
2-9 · ERA 4.06 · 84 SO · WHIP 1.14 · 106.1 IP
|
Progressive Field |
||
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Sat, May 9
7:05 PM ET
|
0-6
|
Final |
Marquee Sports NetworkRangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive
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CHC: Edward Cabrera
5-4 · ERA 5.10 · 65 SO · WHIP 1.40 · 72.1 IP
TEX: Jack Leiter
3-7 · ERA 5.29 · 83 SO · WHIP 1.44 · 80.0 IP
|
Globe Life Field |
|
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Sat, May 9
7:10 PM ET
|
Final |
Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi SportsbookYES
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NYY: Cam Schlittler
9-5 · ERA 2.01 · 131 SO · WHIP 0.93 · 112.0 IP
MIL: Kyle Harrison
8-2 · ERA 3.01 · 101 SO · WHIP 1.08 · 83.2 IP
|
American Family Field |
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Sat, May 9
7:10 PM ET
|
1-5
|
Final |
Detroit SportsNetRoyals.TV
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DET: Burch Smith
0-2 · ERA 3.18 · 20 SO · WHIP 1.47 · 17.0 IP
KC: Michael Wacha
5-6 · ERA 3.45 · 91 SO · WHIP 1.16 · 114.2 IP
|
Kauffman Stadium |
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Sat, May 9
7:10 PM ET
|
Final |
Chicago Sports NetworkMariners.TV
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SEA: Luis Castillo
3-7 · ERA 4.79 · 77 SO · WHIP 1.33 · 82.2 IP
CWS: Anthony Kay
6-3 · ERA 4.29 · 67 SO · WHIP 1.39 · 84.0 IP
|
Rate Field |
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Sat, May 9
7:15 PM ET
|
Final |
FOX
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STL: Dustin May
5-6 · ERA 4.55 · 85 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 89.0 IP
SD: Randy Vásquez
6-6 · ERA 4.71 · 60 SO · WHIP 1.50 · 84.0 IP
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Petco Park |
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Sat, May 9
7:15 PM ET
|
Final |
FOX
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NYM: Clay Holmes
4-4 · ERA 2.39 · 45 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 52.2 IP
AZ: Merrill Kelly
6-8 · ERA 5.71 · 53 SO · WHIP 1.56 · 86.2 IP
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Chase Field |
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Sat, May 9
9:05 PM ET
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Final |
NBCS BASportsNet Pittsburgh
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PIT: Braxton Ashcraft
9-3 · ERA 3.24 · 122 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 108.1 IP
SF: Landen Roupp
6-8 · ERA 4.27 · 104 SO · WHIP 1.31 · 97.0 IP
|
Oracle Park |
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Sat, May 9
9:10 PM ET
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Final |
BravesVisionSportsNet LA
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ATL: Spencer Strider
4-2 · ERA 5.31 · 46 SO · WHIP 1.36 · 39.0 IP
LAD: Blake Snell
0-1 · ERA 12.00 · 5 SO · WHIP 2.67 · 3.0 IP
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UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium |
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 7:10 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 Burch Smith and Michael Wacha. Probable starters can change before first pitch.
Where is the game being played?
The listed venue is Kauffman Stadium.