Royals rally late to secure 5-4 victory over White Sox
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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

The Kansas City Royals edged the Chicago White Sox 5-4 on September 23, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium. After an explosive start, leading 4-0, the Royals had to fend off a White Sox comeback that tied the game. A seventh-inning run from Maikel Garcia allowed Kansas City to regain the lead. Strong performances from Royals pitchers Seth Lugo and Steven Cruz ultimately helped secure the win as they managed to hold off the White Sox throughout the game and into the final inning.
- •Royals led 4-0 early in the game.
- •White Sox tied the game with four runs in the third inning.
- •Maikel Garcia's single in the seventh gave the Royals a 5-4 lead.
- •Steven Cruz earned the save after a strong ninth inning.
- •The win marks a stepping stone for the bullpen's performance.
- 2:24 AMYahoo Sports — Bullpen is finally the hero rather than the goat in a Royals win.
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