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Royals Set Franchise Record with 7 Homers in Win Over Orioles

Kansas City improves to 19-16 after a historic power display, but offensive consistency remains a concern as management evaluates roster upgrades.

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Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) drives in three runs with a single in the eighth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Kauffman Stadium.
May 4, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) hits a home run against the Baltimore Orioles during the seventh inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia (11) reacts to hitting a home run against the Baltimore Orioles during the fifth inning on May 4, 2025 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Maryland.

Overview

  • The Kansas City Royals hit seven home runs in an 11-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on May 4, setting a new franchise record for homers in a single game.
  • Maikel Garcia led the offensive surge with two home runs, while Bobby Witt Jr., Vinnie Pasquantino, and others contributed to the power display.
  • The Royals have won 11 of their last 13 games, climbing to 19-16 and staying competitive in the AL Central, three games behind the division-leading Tigers.
  • Despite the recent power surge, Kansas City's offense has struggled overall, averaging just 3.18 runs per game and scoring four runs or fewer in 29 of 34 games this season.
  • Management is considering trade deadline moves and monitoring top prospect Jac Caglianone at Double-A as potential solutions to bolster the lineup.