Live Updates: Kansas City Royals vs. Seattle Mariners (Game Two)

On Saturday, the Kansas City Royals (39-26) continue their three-game home series against the Seattle Mariners (36-30). The Royals, now only three games behind in the AL Central, are riding high after a dramatic 10-9 victory over the Mariners, capped by an incredible eight-run comeback. Right-hander Alec Marsh, with a 4-3 record and a 3.76 ERA, takes the mound for Kansas City.

Facing Marsh is Mariners' right-hander Luis Castillo, who holds a 5-6 record with a strong 2.99 ERA. Seattle, looking to rebound and bolster their standing in the AL West, aims to regain momentum after the tough loss.

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How It Happened...

FINAL — Royals 8, Mariners 4.

Ninth Inning:

In the top of the inning, the Royals made a pitching change, bringing in James McArthur to replace John Schreiber. Facing McArthur, Dylan Moore hit a sharp ground ball, but Vinnie Pasquantino fielded it and made the easy out at first. Dominic Canzone followed with another ground ball, again fielded by Pasquantino, who tossed it to McArthur for the out. Ryan Bliss tried to spark a rally but could only manage a soft ground ball back to McArthur, who flipped it to Pasquantino for the final out, securing the Royals' victory. FINAL: Royals 8, Mariners 4.

Eighth Inning:

In the eighth inning, John Schreiber took over pitching duties for the Royals, and the Mariners went down in order. Julio Rodríguez grounded out to third, Cal Raleigh grounded out to second, and Mitch Garver lined out sharply to left field. Trent Thornton replaced Collin Snider on the mound for Seattle. Nelson Velázquez lined out to center, but Hunter Renfroe kept the momentum going with a double to left. Nick Loftin then walked, setting the stage for Kyle Isbel, who hit a sacrifice fly to center, scoring Dairon Blanco and advancing Loftin to second. However, Maikel Garcia's sharp lineout to shortstop J.P. Crawford ended the inning with the Royals adding a crucial insurance run. Royals 8, Mariners 4.

Seventh Inning:

In a swift inning for the Mariners, Ryan Bliss struck out swinging, followed by J.P. Crawford's soft groundout to pitcher Will Smith, and Josh Rojas' flyout to right fielder Hunter Renfroe. Seattle then brought in Collin Snider to replace Kirby Snead on the mound. Bobby Witt Jr. led off with a single to center, but the Royals couldn't capitalize. Vinnie Pasquantino popped out to shortstop J.P. Crawford, and both Salvador Perez and MJ Melendez struck out swinging, leaving Witt stranded and keeping the scoreboard unchanged.

Sixth Inning:

In the sixth inning, Julio Rodríguez started things off for the Mariners with a sharp single to left field, followed by Cal Raleigh's ground ball single to right, pushing Rodríguez to third. This prompted a pitching change for the Royals, with Sam Long taking over for Alec Marsh. Despite Luke Raley striking out, Mitch Garver drew a walk, advancing Raleigh to second. Dylan Moore then delivered a sacrifice fly to right, allowing Rodríguez to score and Raleigh to reach third. However, Dominic Canzone ended the Mariners' rally with a strikeout. Kirby Snead came in to replace Luis Castillo on the mound for Seattle, but the Royals quickly responded. Nelson Velázquez walked and advanced to third on Hunter Renfroe's groundout. Nick Loftin also walked, setting up Kyle Isbel, who doubled to left, driving in Velázquez and Loftin. Maikel Garcia's flyout to right ended the inning. Royals 7, Mariners 4.

Fifth Inning:

In the fifth inning, things heated up quickly. Luke Raley started with a soft ground out to third, but Mitch Garver put the Mariners on the board with a solo homer to left. After Dylan Moore grounded out, Dominic Canzone and Ryan Bliss both singled, setting the stage for J.P. Crawford to bring Canzone home with a single to center. Josh Rojas ended the threat by grounding out. When the Royals came up to bat, Adam Frazier doubled and Nick Loftin singled him home. Kyle Isbel's sacrifice bunt moved Loftin to second, and Maikel Garcia walked. Bobby Witt Jr. flew out sharply, but Vinnie Pasquantino's double cleared the bases, scoring Loftin and Garcia. Salvador Perez ended the action with a fly out to right. Royals 5, Mariners 3.

Fourth Inning:

In a quick and uneventful inning, the Mariners' Josh Rojas started off by flying out to center, followed by Julio Rodríguez and Cal Raleigh both striking out swinging. When it was the Royals' turn, Salvador Perez lined out to left, MJ Melendez grounded out to first, and Nelson Velázquez ended the inning by striking out swinging. Neither team managed to make a dent in the score this time around.

Third Inning:

In the third inning, the Mariners' bats were quiet. Dominic Canzone was called out on strikes, Ryan Bliss struck out swinging, and J.P. Crawford grounded out to second baseman Nick Loftin, who threw to first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino. For the Royals, Maikel Garcia struck out swinging. Bobby Witt Jr. grounded out to shortstop J.P. Crawford, who made the play to first baseman Luke Raley. Vinnie Pasquantino ended the inning by flying out to right fielder Dominic Canzone.

Second Inning:

In the second inning, it was a quick one for the Mariners. Luke Raley and Mitch Garver both struck out swinging, and Dylan Moore flew out to center. For the Royals, Nelson Velázquez flew out to left fielder Dylan Moore. Adam Frazier then had a long at-bat, taking nine pitches before hitting a home run (2) to right field. Nick Loftin was called out on strikes, and Kyle Isbel lined out to center, wrapping up the inning. Royals 2, Mariners 1.

First Inning:

In the first inning, the Mariners kicked things off with J.P. Crawford smashing a home run to right-center field off Alec Marsh. Then, Josh Rojas flew out to center, and both Julio Rodríguez and Cal Raleigh struck out swinging, wrapping up the top half. When the Royals came to bat, Maikel Garcia started strong with a single to center and stole second base. Bobby Witt Jr. grounded out to third, and Vinnie Pasquantino popped out to third baseman Josh Rojas in foul territory. Salvador Perez then came through with a sharp line drive to left, bringing Garcia home to score. The inning ended with MJ Melendez striking out swinging. Royals 1, Mariners 1.

Pregame:

First pitch is slated for 3:10 p.m. CT