Royals struggle in first half, tied for worst record in MLB
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The Kansas City Royals enter the second half of the season tied for the worst record in Major League Baseball. Despite improvements in offense, the team has grappled with injuries and a lack of depth. Bobby Witt Jr. shines with an MVP-caliber season, leading the league in multiple categories, while younger players like Carter Jensen and Jac Caglianone show potential. However, overall performance has not met expectations following two winning seasons. The team faces significant challenges heading into the remainder of the year, necessitating improvements for next season.
- •Royals tied for worst record in MLB at the break.
- •Bobby Witt Jr. leads with 4.8 fWAR and 30 stolen bases.
- •Offense averages 4.23 runs per game, ranking 21st in MLB.
- •Injuries and roster depth remain significant issues.
- •Young players like Caglianone and Jensen show promise.
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