The Kansas City Royals finished the 2024 season with an 86-76 record, securing the second wild card in the American League. They swept the Orioles but fell to the Yankees in the ALDS.

While the pitching staff showed promise, the offense struggled, particularly in the postseason, with key players like Bobby Witt Jr. and Vinnie Pasquantino underperforming.

Despite these challenges, the Royals made significant progress, marking their first winning season since 2015 and showcasing the talent of Witt, who emerged as a superstar.

Looking ahead, the team must address weaknesses in the outfield and bullpen while considering free-agent acquisitions to bolster their roster for a competitive 2025 season.

Charlie Morton struggled in his potential final MLB start, giving up a three-run homer to Michael Massey as the Atlanta Braves fell to the Kansas City Royals 4-2. This loss delayed Atlanta's chance to secure a postseason berth, setting up a crucial doubleheader against the New York Mets.

Both teams are tied at 88-72, needing a sweep to advance, while the Diamondbacks loom with a slightly better record. Morton’s performance included four runs allowed over 4 1/3 innings, while Alec Marsh secured the win for Kansas City.

The final Sunday of MLB’s regular season features 15 games, all starting at 3 p.m. ET. The Philadelphia Phillies, led by Aaron Nola, are poised to secure a victory against the Washington Nationals, having performed well against them this season.

Meanwhile, the Atlanta Braves are in contention for a wild-card spot and are expected to continue their winning streak against the struggling Kansas City Royals. Both teams have key players on the mound, with Nola and Charlie Morton aiming for strong performances.

In a strong performance, Tarik Skubal led the Detroit Tigers to a 4-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals, notching his 17th win and helping the team stay in playoff contention.

Riley Greene's home run contributed to the Tigers' fourth consecutive win, pushing them closer to the AL wild-card spot.

Skubal, who has been on a winning streak, further solidified his candidacy for the AL Cy Young Award with an impressive outing.