Royals Rally Past Athletics in Thriller | Kansas City Royals News

Kansas City Royals News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

The Royals pulled off a wild ninth-inning comeback, beating the Athletics 9-7 in a game that showcased their resilience and team chemistry. Down 5-1 in the sixth, they exploded for seven runs in the eighth, led by Vinnie Pasquantino’s career 500th hit and John Rave’s three-run double — his biggest blow yet. It was their 31st comeback of the season, and it came against a struggling A’s team, marking their third straight win over Oakland. The victory also gives them a chance to sweep the series — their third this year — and brings them closer to the wild-card race. With key players recovering…