Kansas City Royals: The “Steady Burner” – 2026 Schedule & Streaming Guide – Sports Brackets
The Kansas City Royals are currently 3-3 and sitting in second place in the AL Central as of April 3, 2026. Following a home series against the Brewers this weekend, the Royals travel to face the Cleveland Guardians on Monday, April 6, at 5:10 PM CT for a battle for first place. Fans can watch all the action on the new Royals.TV streaming service for $99.99/year or via local cable on MLB’s produced regional broadcasts.
April 2026 Kansas City Royals Schedule & Results
The Royals have navigated a tough opening stretch to their schedule. Here is how the season has played out and the road ahead:
| Date | Opponent | Result / Time (CT) | Venue |
| Mar 29 | @ Atlanta | W, 4-1 | Truist Park |
| Mar 30 | vs. Minnesota | W, 3-1 | Kauffman Stadium |
| Apr 1 | vs. Minnesota | W, 13-9 | Kauffman Stadium |
| Apr 2 | vs. Minnesota | L, 1-5 | Kauffman Stadium |
| Apr 4 | vs. Milwaukee | 1:10 PM | Kauffman Stadium |
| Apr 5 | vs. Milwaukee | 1:10 PM | Kauffman Stadium |
| Apr 6 | @ Cleveland | 5:10 PM | Progressive Field |
| Apr 7 | @ Cleveland | 5:10 PM | Progressive Field |
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How to Watch: The New Royals.TV Solution
The biggest change for Royals fans in 2026 is the shift in how games are broadcast. Major League Baseball has taken over the production and distribution under the brand Royals.TV.
- Royals.TV (Streaming): The direct-to-consumer solution is now live. For $99.99 for the season (or $19.99/month), in-market fans can stream every locally produced game blackout-free via the MLB App.
- Cable/Satellite: Royals.TV is also available on traditional providers. If you have Spectrum, Xfinity, DirecTV, or Cox, check your local listings for the new MLB-produced channel locations.
- DirecTV: Channel 671
- Xfinity: Channel 1262
- Spectrum: Channel 305/361
- Free Trial: New for 2026, Royals.TV offers a 7-day risk-free trial for fans wanting to test the new streaming quality.
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Frequently Asked Questions: 2026 Royals Schedule
Are the Royals in first place?
As of April 3, the Royals are 3-3, trailing the Cleveland Guardians (5-3) by just one game. Their series beginning April 6 will likely determine the early division leader.
How much does Royals.TV cost?
The seasonal in-market streaming package is $99.99. If you want to bundle it with out-of-market access (MLB.TV), the package is $199.99.
When is the next Royals home game?
The Royals return to “The K” for a weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers starting Saturday, April 4, at 1:10 PM CT.
Who is the Royals’ breakout star for 2026?
Shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. continues to lead the offense, but keep an eye on Jac Caglianone, whose arrival has added significant power to the middle of the order.
