The Kansas City Royals return to Kauffman Stadium on Monday afternoon to host the Minnesota Twins, marking the home opener for the 2026 season.First pitch is set for 3:10 p.m., with pregame ceremonies beginning around 2:30 p.m. Fans are encouraged to arrive early, with parking lots opening at 9 a.m. and stadium gates at noon.Opening Day festivities will include team introductions, the national anthem performed by “CitiLimitz,” and a flyover from Whiteman Air Force Base A-10 aircraft.On the field, left-hander Kris Bubic is scheduled to start for Kansas City against Twins right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson.The Royals enter the home opener at 1-2 after their opening series down in Atlanta. Early offensive production has been limited, with the team hitting .161 overall and just scoring six runs in the opening series. Bobby Witt Jr. leads the way early, batting .364, while Salvador Perez and Carter Jensen have each homered.Beyond the action on the field, fans will notice some new features around the ballpark.The Royals are debuting a new WireCam system and drone technology this season, designed to provide aerial views of the game, the crowd and the stadium. Team officials say the upgrades are aimed at bringing fans closer to the action, both in the stands and watching from home.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
The Kansas City Royals return to Kauffman Stadium on Monday afternoon to host the Minnesota Twins, marking the home opener for the 2026 season.
First pitch is set for 3:10 p.m., with pregame ceremonies beginning around 2:30 p.m.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early, with parking lots opening at 9 a.m. and stadium gates at noon.
Opening Day festivities will include team introductions, the national anthem performed by “CitiLimitz,” and a flyover from Whiteman Air Force Base A-10 aircraft.
On the field, left-hander Kris Bubic is scheduled to start for Kansas City against Twins right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson.
The Royals enter the home opener at 1-2 after their opening series down in Atlanta.
Early offensive production has been limited, with the team hitting .161 overall and just scoring six runs in the opening series.
Bobby Witt Jr. leads the way early, batting .364, while Salvador Perez and Carter Jensen have each homered.
Beyond the action on the field, fans will notice some new features around the ballpark.
The Royals are debuting a new WireCam system and drone technology this season, designed to provide aerial views of the game, the crowd and the stadium.
Team officials say the upgrades are aimed at bringing fans closer to the action, both in the stands and watching from home.