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Royals rally late to take lead over Cardinals in Kansas City

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Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Royals rally late to take lead over Cardinals in Kansas City

Summary

On June 19, 2026, the Kansas City Royals hosted the St. Louis Cardinals at Kauffman Stadium. The Cardinals took an early 2-0 advantage, with Iván Herrera and Nathan Church scoring in the first three innings. However, the Royals responded in the fourth inning, scoring four runs and claiming a 4-2 lead. Kansas City added two more runs in the sixth inning, extending their lead to 6-2. The Cardinals struggled offensively, unable to produce significant runs after the early innings. Michael McGreevy pitched for St. Louis but was removed after five innings, allowing five earned runs on eight hits.

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By the Numbers

•Cardinals lead 2-0 after the first three innings.
•Royals score four runs in the fourth inning.
•McGreevy allows five earned runs in five innings pitched.
•Royals extend lead to 6-2 in the sixth inning.
•Cardinals struggle to string hits together after early success.

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Michael McGreevy did not have his best game Friday night in Kansas City. His outing started decent, but the latter innings not so much. Unfortunately, the St. Louis Cardinals offense didn’t accomplish much either as the Royals were too much for them again. You wouldn’t know that Kansas City has the sixth worst record in […]
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