Kansas City Royals face Miami Marlins as September roster expansions begin
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:10 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
The Kansas City Royals host the Miami Marlins on September 1 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Ahead of the game, manager Matt Quatraro confirmed that Carlos Estevez will undergo surgery for a shoulder injury that has kept him sidelined since April. The Royals announced several roster moves as part of their September expansion, including the call-up of Nolan Hoffman and the selection of Drew Waters' contract. Euston McGee was also recalled to the active roster. JJ Picollo stated that the team's decision to leave certain prospects in Omaha was not influenced by a potential lockout but rather a desire to balance the outfield's handedness. The game is scheduled to take place in humid conditions with temperatures reaching triple digits.
- •Carlos Estevez requires upcoming shoulder surgery after missing most of the season.
- •The Royals added Nolan Hoffman and Drew Waters to the roster for September.
- •JJ Picollo stated the decision to exclude certain prospects was based on outfield handedness balance.
- •Game conditions at Kauffman Stadium feature triple-digit temperatures and humidity.
- 11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Royals vs Marlins September 3rd game discussion
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Royals vs. Marlins September 2nd game discussion
- 11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Royals vs. Marlins September 1 game discussion
"Noah Cameron in the royals take on the Marlins with mostly pride on the line
"The one where the Royals can stave off 100 losses
"The fish are far, far away from the water
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 11:10 PMRoyals vs Marlins September 3rd game discussion
The one where the Royals can stave off 100 losses
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 10:40 PMRoyals vs. Marlins September 2nd game discussion
Noah Cameron in the royals take on the Marlins with mostly pride on the line
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 11:10 PMRoyals vs. Marlins September 1 game discussion
The fish are far, far away from the water
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