Blue Jays face Royals as season struggles continue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:11 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays host the Kansas City Royals at Rogers Centre on August 25, 2026. The Blue Jays are struggling this season, holding a 64-68 record after losing 12 of their last 15 games in April. Their offense ranks at the bottom of MLB in key metrics, including runs scored and home runs. Alejandro Kirk is performing well recently, while Nathan Lukes has struggled. Starting pitcher Shane Bieber is on the Injured List, leaving the Jays with uncertainty for their upcoming games. The Royals enter the matchup with a 58-74 record, seeking to capitalize on their recent success.
- •Blue Jays record: 64-68; Royals record: 58-74
- •Blue Jays rank last in MLB for runs scored
- •Alejandro Kirk hitting.366 with five home runs recently
- •Shane Bieber on Injured List; pitching rotation uncertain
- •Royals have recently found form, seeking to improve record
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"The Jays don’t appear headed back to the World Series.
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