When the Cleveland Guardians take the field in Kansas City for a split doubleheader with the Royals on Saturday, they will do so with a familiar face back with the team.

A couple of AL Central rivals face off on Friday, July 25 as the Cleveland Guardians take on the Kansas City Royals.

Despite two homers from Steven Kwan on Thursday, the Guardians lost to the Orioles 4-3, but won the series 3-1. Cleveland is 5-2 in the seven games since the All-Star break and will go to Kansas City for a three-game series.

The Miami Marlins play the Kansas City Royals after Kyle Stowers hit three home runs on Sunday in an 11-1 win over the Orioles.

Guardians update (51-51): They’ve won 11 of their last 14 games after going 3-1 against the Orioles. Steven Kwan (.346, four RBI) and Kyle Manzardo (.294, two homers, six RBI) have hit the Royals well this year. Bibee is 1-0 against K.C. this year, while Williams is 2-1 in his last five starts against them.

The post Royals acquire veteran pitcher in trade with Rays appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Kansas City Royals added pitching depth on Wednesday. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Kansas City is acquiring right-handed pitcher Joey Krehbiel for cash considerations.

Here’s a look at all the stops left-hander Rich Hill made before joining the Royals and why he’s starting against the Cubs on Tuesday.

AL Central foes clash as the Cleveland Guardians face the Kansas City Royals on "Friday Night Baseball" today. Find out how to watch for free on Apple TV Plus.

The Kansas City Royals' series opener against the visiting Cleveland Guardians was postponed Friday due to inclement weather.