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Twins face Royals with both teams seeking league standings boost

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:40 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Twins face Royals with both teams seeking league standings boost
Summary

The Minnesota Twins are currently facing the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium, starting at 6:40 PM CDT. With the trade deadline just passed, the Twins bolstered their pitching staff, while the Royals look to improve their performance against a familiar opponent. Joe Ryan is on the mound for the Twins, while Randy Dobnak takes the start for the Royals. Dobnak previously held the Twins scoreless in a recent outing, raising stakes for both pitchers in this matchup.

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By the Numbers
  • •Twins and Royals are engaged in a key AL matchup.
  • •First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM CDT.
  • •Joe Ryan and Randy Dobnak are starting pitchers.
  • •Twins acquired pitching help at the recent trade deadline.
  • •Royals look to repeat recent success against the Twins.
Latest Updates
  • 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Game 116: Twins at Royals
  • 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Game 114: Twins at Royals
What they're saying
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Bolstered at the trade deadline, the Twins take on the Kansas City Royals.

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The Twins get one more chance to get a win in Kansas City this series.

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