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Royals Sweep Rockies in Rescheduled Doubleheader, Extend Colorado's Road Woes

Kansas City secured back-to-back victories, powered by bullpen dominance and offensive contributions, as the Rockies hit a franchise-worst 4-19 start.

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Overview

  • The Royals won both games of the April 24 doubleheader, 7-4 and 6-2, after the April 23 game was postponed due to rain at Kauffman Stadium.
  • Kansas City's bullpen delivered six shutout innings in Game 1, while Kyle Isbel drove in three runs, including a go-ahead single in the fifth inning.
  • Bobby Witt Jr. extended his hitting streak to a career-best 16 games in Game 2, contributing to the Royals' series sweep.
  • The Rockies fell to a 4-19 record, marking their worst start in franchise history, and tied a club record with their 13th consecutive road loss.
  • Fans holding tickets for the postponed game received credits for future ticket purchases, as weather-related scheduling disruptions continue to impact the MLB season.