{"id":60583,"date":"2023-08-14T10:42:43","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T14:42:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/?p=60583"},"modified":"2023-08-14T10:42:43","modified_gmt":"2023-08-14T14:42:43","slug":"royals-take-on-mariners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2023\/08\/14\/royals-take-on-mariners\/","title":{"rendered":"Royals Take on Mariners in Exciting MLB Showdown"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2023\/08\/09\/2023-royals-top-prospects\/\" target=\"_self\">Kansas City Royals<\/a> are set to face off against the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2023\/08\/01\/diamondbacks-trade-sewell-mariners\/\" target=\"_self\">Seattle Mariners<\/a> in what promises to be an action-packed MLB matchup. The Royals, currently in fifth place in the American League Central division with a record of 38-81, will be looking to make a statement against the Mariners, who are sitting in third place in the American League West with a record of 63-54.<\/p>\n<p>[pickup_prop id=&#8221;34383&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Royals Take on Mariners in Exciting MLB Showdown<\/h2>\n<p>On the mound for the Royals will be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/s\/singebr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brady Singer<\/a>, who holds a respectable record of 8-8 with an ERA of 5.05. Singer&#8217;s consistency and ability to keep batters guessing will be key for the Royals in this game. The Mariners will counter with their starting pitcher, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/g\/gilbelo01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Logan Gilbert<\/a>, who boasts a strong record of 10-5 and an ERA of 3.66. Gilbert&#8217;s pinpoint accuracy and ability to command the strike zone will surely keep the Royals&#8217; lineup on their toes.<\/p>\n<p>Both teams will be giving it their all, as they desperately strive to improve their standings in their respective divisions. The Royals will be looking to build momentum and prove that they are a force to be reckoned with, while the Mariners will be determined to bounce back from their recent two-game losing streak and maintain their upward climb in the standings.<\/p>\n<p>[metabet_core_game_tile query=&#8221;531684&#8243; size=&#8221;350&#215;300&#8243; site_id=&#8221;lastwordonsports&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>This thrilling game is scheduled to take place on Monday, August 14th at 7:10 PM US Central Time. Fans can catch all the action live on BSKC, as the intensity unfolds at the iconic Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Matchup to Watch<\/h3>\n<p>&#8211; Keep an eye on the battle between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=wittbo02,wittbo01&amp;search=Bobby+Witt&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bobby Witt<\/a> Jr. of the Royals and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/s\/suareeu01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Eugenio Su\u00e1rez<\/a> of the Mariners. Witt Jr., playing at shortstop, has been a consistent contributor in terms of runs batted in, with a total of 71 RBIs so far this season. Su\u00e1rez, on the other hand, has been a force to be reckoned with at third base, tallying 73 RBIs. These two talented players will surely make an impact on the game, both offensively and defensively.<\/p>\n<h3>Injuries<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Kansas City Royals:<\/strong><br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/g\/garcima01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Maikel Garcia<\/a>, 3B: Upper Body (Day-to-Day)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/register\/player.fcgi?id=lynch-008dan&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Daniel Lynch<\/a>, SP: Shoulder (D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/b\/brentja01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jake Brentz<\/a>, RP: Elbow (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/p\/pasquvi01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vinnie Pasquantino<\/a>, 1B: Shoulder (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/b\/bubickr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kris Bubic<\/a>, SP: Flexor (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/g\/greinza01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Zack Greinke<\/a>, SP: Elbow (D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/p\/prattni01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nick Pratto<\/a>, 1B: Groin (D10)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/s\/staumjo01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Josh Staumont<\/a>, RP: Neck (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/k\/kellebr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brad Keller<\/a>, SP: Shoulder (D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/c\/clarkta01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Taylor Clarke<\/a>, RP: Elbow (D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=taylojo02,taylor013jos&amp;search=Josh+Taylor&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Josh Taylor<\/a>, RP: Shoulder (D60)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Seattle Mariners:<\/strong><br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/c\/crawfjp01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">J.P. Crawford<\/a>, SS: Concussion (D7)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/mcgeeea01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Easton McGee<\/a>, SP: Forearm (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/g\/gonzama02.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marco Gonzales<\/a>, SP: Forearm (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/w\/woobr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bryan Woo<\/a>, SP: Forearm (D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/r\/rayro02.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Robbie Ray<\/a>, SP: Flexor (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/murfepe01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Penn Murfee<\/a>, RP: Elbow (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/w\/whiteev01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Evan White<\/a>, 1B: Adductor (D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/k\/kelenja01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-14_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jarred Kelenic<\/a>, LF: Foot (D10)<\/p>\n<p>Main photo credits:<\/p>\n<p>Peter Aiken-USA TODAY Sports<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Kansas City Royals are set to face off against the Seattle Mariners in what promises to be an action-packed MLB matchup. The Royals, currently in fifth place in the American League Central division with a record of 38-81, will be looking to make a statement against the Mariners, who are sitting in third place [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4389,"featured_media":60584,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","sfio_featured_image":false,"sfio_embed_code":"","_ef_editorial_meta_date_first-draft-date":"","_ef_editorial_meta_paragraph_assignment":"","_ef_editorial_meta_checkbox_needs-photo":"","_ef_editorial_meta_number_word-count":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[12,17],"tags":[2583,2034,761,4307,1992,2050,6457,3982,2637,440],"class_list":["post-60583","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-royals","category-mariners","tag-bobby-witt-jr","tag-brady-singer","tag-eugenio-suarez","tag-j-p-crawford","tag-jarred-kelenic","tag-logan-gilbert","tag-maikel-garcia","tag-marco-gonzales","tag-robbie-ray","tag-zack-greinke"],"modified_by":"Troy Brock","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60583","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4389"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=60583"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60583\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/60584"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=60583"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=60583"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=60583"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}