The 2026 Major League Baseball season has reached its high-stakes summer stretch, and the Kansas City Royals are battling through the AL Central divisional race. To help you track every out of the 162-game marathon, we have updated our signature Free 2026 Kansas City Royals Printable Schedule (PDF) with finalized broadcast information, local time zones, and summer pitching rotations. For the official source, see the Kansas City Royals schedule at MLB.com.
- Season: 162 games from late March through September 2026, plus the postseason for playoff qualifiers.
- National TV: FOX and FS1 (Saturdays and the World Series), NBC and Peacock (Sunday Night Baseball and the Wild Card round), TBS (Tuesday nights), Apple TV+ (Friday nights), and Netflix (Opening Night and special events).
- Local and streaming: most games air on your team regional sports network; out-of-market games stream on MLB.TV.
2026 Kansas City Royals Schedule: Summer Divisional Stretch
Last Updated: September 1, 2026
When is the next Kansas City Royals game on TV? The Kansas City Royals open a 2-game home series against the Miami Marlins on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. First pitch is set for 7:40 PM ET (6:40 PM CT). The game broadcasts on Royals.TV and is available out-of-market on MLB.tv.
Next Up: 2-Game Home Series vs Miami Marlins
| Wed, Sep 2 | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV | Series Opener |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV | Series Finale |
Fan Note: Right after the Miami Marlins series, the Kansas City Royals host the Toronto Blue Jays (Sep 4 – 6). Use the printable download above to print your road-trip tracker.
Remaining 2026 Kansas City Royals Schedule
The full remaining 2026 Kansas City Royals schedule, broken out by month. All times are Eastern. Times and TV are subject to change.
September 2026
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1 | vs Miami Marlins | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Wed, Sep 2 | vs Miami Marlins | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Thu, Sep 3 | vs Miami Marlins | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Fri, Sep 4 | vs Toronto Blue Jays | 8:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sat, Sep 5 | vs Toronto Blue Jays | 7:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sun, Sep 6 | vs Toronto Blue Jays | 2:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Mon, Sep 7 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | 2:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Tue, Sep 8 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Wed, Sep 9 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Fri, Sep 11 | @ Boston Red Sox | 7:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sat, Sep 12 | @ Boston Red Sox | 4:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sun, Sep 13 | @ Boston Red Sox | 1:35 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Tue, Sep 15 | @ Houston Astros | 8:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Wed, Sep 16 | @ Houston Astros | 8:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Thu, Sep 17 | @ Houston Astros | 7:15 PM ET | FOX |
| Fri, Sep 18 | @ Pittsburgh Pirates | 6:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sat, Sep 19 | @ Pittsburgh Pirates | 6:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sun, Sep 20 | @ Pittsburgh Pirates | 1:35 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Tue, Sep 22 | vs Chicago White Sox | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Wed, Sep 23 | vs Chicago White Sox | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Thu, Sep 24 | vs Chicago White Sox | 2:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Fri, Sep 25 | vs Cleveland Guardians | 7:40 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sat, Sep 26 | vs Cleveland Guardians | 7:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
| Sun, Sep 27 | vs Cleveland Guardians | 3:10 PM ET | Royals.TV |
[FREE DOWNLOAD] 2026 Kansas City Royals Printable Schedule (PDF)
Never miss a first pitch. Our high-resolution 2026 printable schedule is updated with all April matchups, including the critical series in Cleveland and Detroit. Includes all confirmed TV networks.
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.
MLB Resources & Internal Links
- 2026 MLB Standings: Division Races and Playoff Picture
- Full 2026 MLB Schedule & Printable TV Guide
- 2026 MLB Playoff Bracket & Standings Tracker
- 2026 NHL Playoff Bracket & Schedule Update
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.
