Why the Kansas City Royals missed the playoffs
Kansas City Royals cannot qualify this season. Review the results that decided their race.
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Why the Kansas City Royals missed the playoffs
The Kansas City Royals are 69-93 through 162 games this season. They sit 5th in the AL Central, 16 games back of the leader. Most recently, they beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-2 at home on Sep 27. The Detroit Tigers (76-86) and Minnesota Twins (77-85) are the closest AL Central comparisons. Coming off a win with a 2-8 last 10. 41-40 at home, 28-53 on the road, and -120 run differential. The Royals are out of the playoff race. Clinch keeps their final movement and deciding results together in the season recap.
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Playoff race complete
Kansas City Royals are out of playoff contention this season. There is no remaining qualification target or live championship path. The recent results above provide the season recap.