Twins prepare to face Royals after trade deadline upgrades

The Minnesota Twins (56-57) face the Kansas City Royals (46-67) at Kauffman Stadium on August 4, 2026. The Twins, who have a losing record but are a game out of a playoff spot, made several additions during the trade deadline, including starting pitcher Dean Kremer and relievers A.J. Minter and Jeff Hoffman. Joe Ryan, expected to start, has historically performed well against the Royals with an 8-3 record and a 2.75 ERA in 14 career starts. The Royals have struggled against the Twins this season, winning six of ten matchups, and continue to deal with injuries. Minnesota is focused on a postseason push, contrasting sharply with Kansas City’s current situation.

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