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Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Guardians: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Kansas City Royals visit the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday, March 17, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET, at Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear, Arizona. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Cleveland Guardians vs Kansas City Royals.

MLBWednesday, March 17, 2027
DateMar 17, 2027
Time12:00 AM ET
VenueGoodyear Ballpark, Goodyear, Arizona

Team comparison

Kansas City RoyalsCleveland Guardians
Runs per game
-
3.4
Runs allowed per game
-
3.3
69-93Record85-77
5th in AL CentStanding1st in AL Cent
0-0Road record / home record2-4-1
Last 5LLLTW
-StreakL3

Injury report

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Kansas City Royals
Mitch Spence RP · Undisclosed - Not Specified
Out
Nick Mears RP · Shoulder - Surgery
Out
Ryan Bergert SP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Cole Ragans SP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Luinder Avila SP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Cleveland Guardians
Colin Holderman RP · Wrist - Surgery
Out
Kahlil Watson RF · Abdomen - Surgery
Out
Andrew Walters RP · Elbow - Surgery
Out

Recent form

Oct 19, 2026 · at Tampa Bay RaysL 3-7
Oct 18, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysL 1-3
Oct 17, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysL 3-7
Oct 16, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysT 0-0
Oct 15, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysW 3-2

Season series

Series starts 3/10
Mar 17, 2027KC 0, CLE 0
Mar 10, 2027CLE 0, KC 0

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Guardians?

The game is on Wednesday, March 17, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET at Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear, Arizona.

Who is injured for Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Guardians?

Listed out or doubtful: Kansas City Royals: Mitch Spence, Nick Mears, Ryan Bergert, Cole Ragans. Cleveland Guardians: Colin Holderman, Kahlil Watson, Andrew Walters. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Guardians played?

Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear, Arizona.

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