The Kansas City Royals have unveiled their 2026 regular season TV schedule, ensuring fans won’t miss a moment of the action with all 162 games being broadcast either regionally or nationally. Royals enthusiasts can catch 149 of these games on Royals.TV, while the remaining 13 will be part of Major League Baseball’s national television package.
Here’s a quick look at some of the national broadcasts:
- On March 28, the Royals face off against the Atlanta Braves on FOX.
- April 3 brings a clash with the Milwaukee Brewers on Apple TV.
- April 26 sees the Royals battling the Los Angeles Angels on Peacock.
- The Royals take on the New York Yankees on May 25, airing on ESPN.
- A showdown with the Houston Astros is set for June 13 on FOX.
Additionally, four games will enjoy dual broadcasts on Royals.TV and FS1, including the April 4 matchup against the Brewers. Ten home games will also be simulcast on Royals.TV and Gray Media’s KCTV5/KSMO, starting with a March 30 game against the Minnesota Twins.
The Royals’ broadcast team is back for another season, featuring the familiar voices of Ryan Lefebvre and Jake Eisenberg on play-by-play, with insights from analysts Rex Hudler and Jeremy Guthrie. Joel Goldberg and Royals legend Jeff Montgomery will continue to helm the pre and postgame shows. Excitingly, Eric Hosmer and Bridget Howard join the crew this year, adding fresh perspectives to the lineup.
For those eager to dive into the action early, tonight’s Spring Training game against the Diamondbacks kicks off at 8:05 p.m. CT and is available for free on Royals.TV, no credit card required.
In a move announced in February, the Royals confirmed that local games will be produced and distributed by Major League Baseball on Royals.TV. Fans can access games through cable, satellite, and the MLB app, making it easier than ever to follow the team throughout the season.