Royals drop second straight to Rockies amid trade news buzz

The Kansas City Royals fell to the Colorado Rockies 12-6 on August 1, 2026, suffering their second consecutive loss in Denver. After a promising start, the Royals struggled with pitching, allowing six runs in the third inning alone. Salvador Perez recorded a game-tying home run earlier, but the bullpen could not contain the Rockies. As the game progressed, outfielder Lane Thomas was traded to Atlanta, adding to the off-field developments as the trade deadline approaches. The Royals aim to end their skid in a rubber match against the Rockies.

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