The Royals struck out 17 times on Saturday, yet managed to win the game, writes Josh Kirshenbaum, filling in for Anne Rogers.

Jaylon Thompson writes that Jac Caglianone’s big hit on Saturday is a sign he is heating up.

Maikel Garcia talks about battling back against the Mariners.

They also showed resiliency in Friday’s win, doing the little things to advance runners.

Randy Johnson had his number retired with the Mariners with the Royals in town, so Kirshenbaum talked to Royals hitting coach Marcus Thames about facing the Big Unit.

Carter Jensen and Seth Lugo were named Royals April Player and Pitcher of the Month, respectively.

Preston Farr reviews 2026 first-round pick Sean Gamble so far.

Nolan Schanuel throws his glove to first to record an out.

Reds pitchers tie a MLB record by issuing seven consecutive walks.

The Braves lose outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. to a hamstring injury.

Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi is out with shoulder inflammation.

The Marlins will promote top catching prospect Joe Mack.

The Mets extend catcher Luis Torrens with a two-year, $11.5 million contract.

David Schoenfield at ESPN ranks his April All-Stars and disappointments.

There has been a resurgence in fans keeping score at the ballpark.

The Padres announce an agreement to sell the team to a group led by Kwanza Jones and José E. Feliciano.

A Japanese umpire accidentally hit by a bat has emergency surgery and has been in a coma for weeks.

Golden Tempo’s win makes Cherie DeVaux the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby.

Has the window closed for the Denver Nuggets?

Sugar doesn’t actually cause cavities.

Inside the final hours of Spirit Airlines operations.

A $150 million Saudi-backed movie starring Anthony Mackie may be one of the biggest flops ever.

Your song of the day is Foster the People with Call it What You Want.