Royals lead early but falter late in loss to Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 5:08 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Kansas City Royals faced the Los Angeles Dodgers on August 10, 2026, at Dodger Stadium. The Royals held a 3-2 lead heading into the sixth inning but faltered as the Dodgers scored four runs in the sixth and seventh innings, ultimately losing 6-5. Jac Caglianone hit a two-run homer and extended his hitting streak to nine games, while Bobby Witt Jr. made notable defensive plays. The Royals are now 49-71 on the season, while the Dodgers improved to 71-48. Both teams meet again for a rematch tomorrow evening.
- •Royals led 3-2 before Dodgers scored four runs in the sixth and seventh.
- •Jac Caglianone hit a two-run home run in the third inning.
- •Bobby Witt Jr. made several key defensive plays.
- •Royals fall to 49-71; Dodgers improve to 71-48.
- •Rematch scheduled for tomorrow at 9:10 PM US Central time.
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"Witt and Cags gave it their best effort, but it just was not enough.
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