Royals and Nationals face off in interleague matchup on June 16
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Kansas City Royals are set to play the Washington Nationals in an interleague matchup at Nationals Park on June 16, 2026. Royals shortstop Bobby Witt, Jr. awaits a pitch as Michael Wacha takes the mound for Kansas City against former teammate Foster Griffin of the Nationals. The Royals recently experienced a momentary boost in their offense, scoring more runs in recent games. Fans are encouraged to tune in despite the significant competition from a World Cup game occurring in Kansas City at the same time.
- •Royals play Nationals on June 16, 2026.
- •Bobby Witt, Jr. is in the Royals lineup.
- •Michael Wacha starts for the Royals.
- •Foster Griffin gets the nod for the Nationals.
- •Royals are looking to build on recent scoring success.
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Royals vs. Nationals June 16 game discussion
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