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Blue Jays face Royals in three-game series starting today

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:10 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Blue Jays face Royals in three-game series starting today

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays begin a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on August 25, 2026. The Royals, holding a record of 58-74, are on an eight-game winning streak, averaging 6.25 runs per game during this stretch. Starting pitchers include Seth Lugo for Toronto against Max Scherzer, while Randy Dobnak and Shane Bieber are also set to face off in the series. Bobby Witt Jr. is leading the Royals' offense, currently hitting.344 with three home runs in August. The teams will look to improve their standings in a tightly contested American League.

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By the Numbers

•Blue Jays are last in the AL with 3.95 runs per game.
•Royals are 10th in the AL, averaging 4.24 runs per game.
•Royals have an ERA of 5.21 but have improved recently.
•The series features key matchups with top pitchers on both sides.
•Bobby Witt Jr. is performing exceptionally well for the Royals.

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What they're saying

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The Jays start a three-game series against the AL Central last-place Kansas City Royals. The Royals are 58-74. But in August,, they are 12-9, and on an eight-game winning streak. On the season, they are 10th in the AL in runs scored, at 4.24 runs/game (Jays are last at 3.95). In runs allowed, they are […]
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