Royals split series but remain low in MLB power rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 6:54 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Kansas City Royals finished last week with a 3-3 record, taking two of three from the St. Louis Cardinals following a series against the Washington Nationals. Despite the effort, they remain eight games behind in their division and hold the No. 28 spot in Bleacher Report's power rankings. Bobby Witt Jr. sustained a knee injury but may avoid an injured list stint. The Royals now look to build on their recent performance as they face the Tampa Bay Rays in a four-game series.
- •Royals went 3-3 last week against the Cardinals and Nationals
- •They currently rank No. 28 in MLB power rankings
- •Bobby Witt Jr. has a grade 1 MCL sprain but could avoid IL
- •Kansas City is eight games back in division standings
- •Royals face the Tampa Bay Rays next in a four-game series
- 6:54 PMYahoo Sports — Royals keep up the June fight but stay stuck in the rankings basement
"A .500 week has kept the Royals where they were last week.
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