Arizona Diamondbacks face Kansas City Royals in pivotal three-game road series
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks begin a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals on Monday in Kansas City, with the first pitch scheduled for 11:10 AM MST. The Diamondbacks enter the matchup holding the third National League Wild Card spot, while the Royals remain nine games behind in the American League Wild Card race. Arizona aims to bolster its postseason position against a Royals team that has struggled in September with four losses in five games. Pitching rotation changes are expected for the visitors, including the potential return of Corbin Burnes from the injured list for Tuesday's contest. Arizona maintains an advantage in baserunning statistics, though the team is currently managing a collective batting slump. The series concludes Wednesday with both teams utilizing various starting options depending on player injury recovery status.
- •Arizona holds the third Wild Card spot heading into the series start.
- •Corbin Burnes is expected to return to the mound for the second game.
- •Royals pitcher Noah Cameron will start the opening game on Monday.
- •Arizona maintains a statistical advantage in baserunning over Kansas City.
- •The Royals have recorded four losses through their first five September games.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona Diamondbacks Series Preview #47 : Diamondbacks @ Royals
"The Wild Card Race. The Royals are 9 games back from winning an AL Wild Card. Although the Royals were a hot team in August, in September they have 4 losses and 1 win. The Diamondbacks have realistic chances of winning a NL Wild Card. As of Monday morning, they were the third Wild Card, […]
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