Royals Recap

Royals Recap

July 12, 2025 • Sports

Hosted by Big Dill

About This Episode

Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: Kansas City Royals daily updates. If they played a game yesterday give me the highlights.

Transcript

Welcome to Big Dill Sports, I'm Dillon, your go-to guide for all things Kansas City Royals. Today's episode is a deep dive into the recent clash against the New York Mets at Kauffman Stadium on July 11th, 2025. Buckle up as we break it all down, and as always, we’ll spotlight the ‘big dill’ player of the game.

It was a night that started with promise but ended in disappointment for the Royals, who saw their four-game winning streak come to an abrupt halt. The game kicked off with a tight battle as both teams traded solo runs in the third inning. The Royals took the lead in the sixth, capitalizing on some hustle plays. Nick Loftin's base hit followed by Salvador Perez's dash from first made it a 2-1 game.

Then, Bobby Witt Jr. delivered a two-run homer in the seventh, his 16th long ball of the season, giving the Royals a 3-1 advantage. Unfortunately for Kansas City, that's when things started to unravel. The Mets roared back with seven runs across the eighth and ninth innings, leading to an 8-3 Mets victory.

Now, let's talk pitching. Royals starter Michael Wacha had a solid outing, surrendering just one run while striking out five over five innings. Not bad, not bad at all. However, the bullpen struggled to maintain that momentum. Huascar Brazobán came in and gave up Witt's homer but took the loss. Later, Steven Cruz's struggles allowed Mark Vientos to clear the bases with a three-run double, turning the tide in favor of the Mets.

Despite the loss, there were bright spots, especially Bobby Witt Jr., who went 2-for-4. He’s been consistent and is batting .289 with 16 homers this season. Not to mention, Salvador Perez extended his on-base streak, proving once again why he's such a crucial part of this team.

However, missed opportunities were the theme of the night. The Royals stranded runners early on against Mets pitcher Kodai Senga, a reminder that capitalizing on every chance is key, especially against tough opponents.

Looking at the bigger picture, the Royals now stand at 46-49. They’re two games below .500 as the All-Star break approaches. The team’s speed has been a highlight, leading the American League in stolen bases, but they need more consistency from the bullpen if they want to turn the season around.

And speaking of All-Stars, a shoutout to Kansas City infielder Maikel García. He’s making his first appearance at the Midsummer Classic, stepping in for an injured Brandon Lowe. García’s numbers have been impressive with a .264 average and 19 homers.

Looking ahead, the Royals will try to bounce back in the series against the Mets. Saturday’s matchup features Michael Lorenzen against Frankie Montas. It's a crucial game, and avoiding a four-game skid would be a fantastic way to go into the All-Star festivities.

And now, the moment you've been waiting for: our ‘big dill’ of the game, Bobby Witt Jr. His homer provided a spark, and he’s been a powerhouse for the Royals this season. Hats off to him for earning today's spotlight.

That's all for today’s Royals Recap. Make sure to tune in for our next episode for more insights and updates. Until then, keep it locked on Big Dill Sports, where every game day is a big dill!

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