KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals are back home for their 2026 regular season home opener Monday at Kauffman Stadium.
The Royals are set to host AL Central rival Minnesota Twins, with first pitch set for 3:10 p.m.
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KSHB 41 News has crews at Kauffman Stadium throughout Monday with updates on new fan experiences at the stadium. Check back throughout the day for updates.
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6:25 a.m. | Royals President of Business Operations Cullen Maxey says he's excited about the season ahead with all the young talent.
6:12 a.m. | KSHB 41's Lindsay Shively caught up with several fans at Spring Training about their predictions for the upcoming season.
5:45 a.m. | Royals V.P. of ticket sales Kayla Shively talked about the change in outfield fences.
5:20 a.m. |The Royals say there are only a limited number of tickets remaining for today's game.
5:15 a.m. |Parking lots for today's Home Opener will open at 9 a.m. and stadium gates will open at 12 p.m.
4:45 a.m. |Royals Senior Director Curt Nelson turns the Kauffman Stadium lights on for the first time this season.
