Carter Jensen's late hits lead Royals past Padres in extra innings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 4:40 AM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Carter Jensen's two-run single capped a four-run rally in the 10th inning, securing a 7-6 win for the Kansas City Royals over the San Diego Padres on July 17, 2026. The Royals ended a five-game losing streak, with Lane Thomas hitting a homer in the second inning. The Padres, despite taking a 6-3 lead in the 10th with hits from Miguel Andujar, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Xander Bogaerts, could not hold off Kansas City's response. Jensen's hit ended the game after the Royals loaded the bases, marking his first career game-ending hit. The Royals aimed for consecutive wins with Griffin Canning slated to pitch against Royal's yet-to-be-announced starter on July 18.
- •Royals secure a 7-6 victory in 10 innings on July 17, 2026.
- •Carter Jensen's single capped a four-run rally in the 10th.
- •Lane Thomas homered early for the Royals, who had 13 hits.
- •The Padres led 6-3 before the Royals' decisive rally.
- •Griffin Canning is set to pitch for the Padres on July 18.
- 4:40 AMYahoo Sports — Carter Jensen’s 2-run single caps 4-run 10th inning as Royals rally for 7-6 win over Padres
"Carter Jensen hit a two-run single to cap a four-run rally in the 10th inning that gave the Kansas City Royals a 7-6 victory over the San Diego Padres.
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