Royals swept by Dodgers, Salvador Perez exits with elbow issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

The Kansas City Royals lost 4-2 to the Los Angeles Dodgers on August 11, completing a series sweep. Salvador Perez left the game after the top of the fifth inning due to aggravation of his right elbow, an injury sustained earlier in the contest. Vinnie Pasquantino began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha following a stint on the injured list, where he played despite a recent rainout. The Royals continue to struggle as they embark on a challenging road trip.
- •Royals have lost their last four games.
- •Salvador Perez exited with a right elbow aggravation.
- •Vinnie Pasquantino started a rehab assignment at Triple-A Omaha.
- •Kansas City Royals continue Southern California road trip.
- •Dodgers completed a three-game sweep of the Royals.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Royals news: Salvy exits, Royals swept…again
"The Royals are helpless, and things continue to get worse
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