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Royals’ Salvador Perez, Matt Quatraro clear air after ‘mental breather’ mishap

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez made his opinion known after manager Matt Quatraro gave him a day off on Saturday. But now both manager and player appear to be on the same page. Quatraro specifically said Perez needed a, “mental breather,” which the catcher disagreed with. In the end, it seems to be a […] The post Royals’ Salvador Perez, Matt Quatraro clear air after ‘mental breather’ mishap appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees spice up rainy Sunday with Astros trade

The New York Yankees have officially entered a rain delay prior to their scheduled Sunday matchup against the Kansas City Royals. In the meantime, New York has pulled off a shrewd trade. The Yankees have acquired minor league left-hander Wilmy Sanchez in exchange for infielder Braden Shewmake, the team announced. Shewmake had been with New […] The post Yankees spice up rainy Sunday with Astros trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Royals’ Salvador Perez takes issue with ‘mental breather’ suggestion

Kansas City Royals slugger Salvador Perez is struggling to start the 2026 season. Perez is hitting at just a .160 batting average, through 20 games played. Perez is taking a subtle shot at people who argue he needs a break. “I don’t need a mental breather,” Perez posted to X, formerly Twitter. Perez had another […] The post Royals’ Salvador Perez takes issue with ‘mental breather’ suggestion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Ben Rice is doing something Amed Rosario has never seen in his career

New York Yankees slugger Ben Rice’s early 2026 production has reached an unprecedented level, according to veteran teammate Amed Rosario. On Saturday, Rice extended his home run streak to three games in a 13-4 win over the Kansas City Royals, going 1-for-3 with two walks. His 398-foot solo blast off left-hander Noah Cameron landed in […] The post Yankees’ Ben Rice is doing something Amed Rosario has never seen in his career appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former New York Yankees Player Signs With New MLB Team

On Saturday, the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Toronto Blue Jays (at home) by a score of 6-2.Corbin Carroll led the team with a grand slam in the eighth inning.Diamondbacks Sign Former Yankee To Minor League DealDuring the day, news came out that the Diamondbacks had signed Andrew Velazquez to a minor league deal.MLB Trade Rumors […] The post Former New York Yankees Player Signs With New MLB Team appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Salvador Perez had a blunt response to Royals manager after benching

Salvador Perez made his thoughts very clear about Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro’s reasoning for giving the veteran catcher a day off on Saturday. Perez was not in the Royals’ lineup for Saturday’s game against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium in New York, N.Y., with Quatraro acknowledging the backstop’s struggles. “Just looking … The post Salvador Perez had a blunt response to Royals manager after benching appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Yankees’ Cody Bellinger reveals secret behind his 2-home run game vs. Royals

As there was a home run explosion in the New York Yankees’ win over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday, 13-4, star Cody Bellinger would contribute with two dingers of his own. While the Yankees also were led by pitcher Will Warren and his 11 strikeouts, Bellinger would give insight into his approach that led […] The post Yankees’ Cody Bellinger reveals secret behind his 2-home run game vs. Royals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Cody Bellinger adds to Royals’ misery with home run explosion

The Kansas City Royals (7-14) had already experienced a shockingly unbearable road trip entering Saturday, losing four straight games in rather brutal fashion (by a combined five runs). The New York Yankees (12-9) decided to sprinkle some variety in KC’s anguish, however, and proceeded to pummel pitchers Noah Cameron and Mitch Spence. Cody Bellinger was […] The post Yankees’ Cody Bellinger adds to Royals’ misery with home run explosion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Will Warren accomplishes impressive feat in stellar start vs. Royals

Fans of the New York Yankees received two treats against the Kansas City Royals Saturday. Ben Rice blasting a deep home run rose as one. But the second involved Will Warren hitting a new feat. The right-handed pitcher executed 11 punchouts, now matching a career-high. 11 punchouts for Will Warren! He matches his career high […] The post Yankees’ Will Warren accomplishes impressive feat in stellar start vs. Royals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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New York Yankees Make Aaron Judge Decision During Royals Game

On Saturday afternoon, the New York Yankees played the Kansas City Royals in the Bronx.They won by a score of 13-4, so they will now look to go for the sweep on Sunday.Despite the team winning in blowout fashion, Aaron Judge had no hits.He finished with two walks, one run and two strikeouts in two […] The post New York Yankees Make Aaron Judge Decision During Royals Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Royals manager ejected in 1st inning of Yankees game

The Kansas City Royals will have to finish Saturday’s contest against the New York Yankees without manager Matt Quatraro. He did arrive at the game to help coach Kansas City, but was quickly ejected from the matchup. Reports indicate that Quatraro, who is 52 years old, was ejected in the middle of the first inning […] The post Royals manager ejected in 1st inning of Yankees game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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New York Yankees Announce Giancarlo Stanton News Before Royals Game

On Saturday afternoon, the New York Yankees will play the second game of their series with the Kansas City Royals in the Bronx.They are coming off a 4-2 win over the Royals (on Friday night).Giancarlo Stanton finished the win with three strikeouts in four at-bats.New York Yankees Announce Giancarlo Stanton NewsFor Sunday’s game, manager Aaron […] The post New York Yankees Announce Giancarlo Stanton News Before Royals Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Will Gerrit Cole or Carlos Rodon return first? Yankees’ Aaron Boone shares update

The New York Yankees are hoping to return to full strength with their rotation soon. Both Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon are working their way back from injuries. New York’s manager Aaron Boone is revealing some new key information about their recovery. “Aaron Boone said he still expects Carlos Rodón back before Gerrit Cole,” Yankees […] The post Will Gerrit Cole or Carlos Rodon return first? Yankees’ Aaron Boone shares update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Royals manager explains Salvador Perez decision for Yankees game

The Kansas City Royals will play the New York Yankees on Saturday afternoon. The Royals were defeated by the Yankees on Friday, losing by a final score of 4-2. Kansas City is hoping to bounce back on Saturday. Salvador Perez and Carter Jensen have often split time at catcher and designated hitter this year, but […] The post Royals manager explains Salvador Perez decision for Yankees game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Ryan McMahon makes ‘exhausted’ confession after heroic home run off bench to beat Royals

The New York Yankees defeated the Kansas City Royals 4-2 on Friday night. Ryan McMahon has struggled all season, but he came through with a clutch home run off the bench. It was his first long ball of the year, as McMahon came through in a 2-2 game in the bottom of the eighth inning. […] The post Yankees’ Ryan McMahon makes ‘exhausted’ confession after heroic home run off bench to beat Royals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees Get Notable Gerrit Cole Injury Update After Royals Win

The New York Yankees picked up a 4-2 win over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night at Yankee Stadium. Ryan McMahon delivered the decisive blow, a two-run homer in the eighth inning that broke a tie and sent New York ahead for good.The win mattered. So did what happened 30 miles away in Bridgewater, […] The post Yankees Get Notable Gerrit Cole Injury Update After Royals Win appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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