Live Updates: Kansas City Royals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (Game Two)

Alec Marsh looks to guide the Royals to another victory post the All-Star break.

Jul 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) gestures to the dugout after hitting a double during the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Kauffman Stadium. / Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

On Tuesday, the Kansas City Royals (51-50) will face the Arizona Diamondbacks (56-45) at Kauffman Stadium in a matchup of two teams looking to gain ground in their respective divisions. The game will be televised on Bally Sports Kansas City and Arizona Diamondbacks.

The Diamondbacks will send left-hander Jordan Montgomery to the mound. Montgomery holds a 6-5 record with a 6.44 ERA and 45 strikeouts this season. Opposing him will be the Royals' right-hander Alec Marsh, who has posted a 7-6 record with a 4.52 ERA and 84 strikeouts.

The Royals are on a hot streak, having not lost a game since the All-Star break. They aim to carry that momentum into tonight's game as they look to clinch another series victory.

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How It Happened...

FINAL — Diamondbacks 6, Royals 2.

Ninth Inning:

• Vinnie Pasquantino doubled to right field, and Salvador Perez followed with a single that scored Pasquantino. Hunter Renfroe then grounded into a double play, with Freddy Fermin left on first base. Diamondbacks secure the victory. FINAL: Diamondbacks 6, Royals 2.

• In the top of the 9th, Jake McCarthy tripled to right field, and Eugenio Suárez flew out to center field. Geraldo Perdomo grounded out, and Corbin Carroll struck out, ending the inning. Diamondbacks 6, Royals 2.

Eighth Inning:

• In the bottom of the 8th inning, Nick Loftin managed a single to left field, but the Royals couldn't capitalize on it. Dairon Blanco then grounded into a force out, with Nick Loftin out at second base, leaving Blanco on first base. Garrett Hampson followed by flying out to center field. Bobby Witt Jr. grounded into a force out at second base, ending the inning.

• In the bottom of the 8th inning, the Diamondbacks continued to pile on the pressure as Ketel Marte singled to right field, and a pitching change brought James McArthur in for the Royals. Joc Pederson flew out to center field, followed by a strikeout from Christian Walker. Gabriel Moreno's lineout to center field ended the inning with Arizona holding a commanding 6-1 lead. Diamondbacks 6, Royals 1.

Seventh Inning:

• In the bottom of the seventh inning, Hunter Renfroe walked but was then out at second when Freddy Fermin grounded into a double play, with Geraldo Perdomo, Ketel Marte, and Christian Walker completing the play. Maikel Garcia then lined out to Christian Walker to end the inning.

• In the top of the seventh inning, the Diamondbacks were retired in order by Angel Zerpa. Jake McCarthy lined out to right fielder Hunter Renfroe, Geraldo Perdomo grounded out to second baseman Maikel Garcia, and Corbin Carroll was called out on strikes.

Sixth Inning:

• In the bottom of the sixth inning, the Royals were unable to make anything happen once again. Garrett Hampson and Bobby Witt Jr. struck out swinging, while Vinnie Pasquantino walked. Salvador Perez was called out on strikes to end the inning.

• In the top of the sixth inning, the Diamondbacks went down in order. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. grounded out to shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., Gabriel Moreno grounded out to third baseman Nick Loftin, and Eugenio Suárez flew out to left fielder Dairon Blanco. The inning started with a pitching change, with Sam Long replacing Alec Marsh.

Fifth Inning:

• In the bottom of the fifth inning, the Royals were retired in order once again. Maikel Garcia grounded out to second baseman Ketel Marte, Nick Loftin grounded out to pitcher Jordan Montgomery, and Dairon Blanco lined out to third baseman Eugenio Suárez. They can't seem to get anything going at the plate.

• In the top of the fifth inning, the Diamondbacks extended their lead. Geraldo Perdomo doubled and advanced to third on Corbin Carroll's groundout. Ketel Marte then hit a two-run homer, scoring Perdomo. Joc Pederson and Christian Walker both popped out to third baseman Nick Loftin. Diamondbacks 5, Royals 1.

Fourth Inning:

• In the bottom of the fourth inning, the Royals were unable to score once again. Salvador Perez flew out to second baseman Ketel Marte, Hunter Renfroe walked but was picked off and caught stealing second base, and Freddy Fermin struck out swinging.

• In the top of the fourth inning, the Diamondbacks were retired in order. Gabriel Moreno struck out swinging, Eugenio Suárez grounded out to shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., and Jake McCarthy struck out swinging. Score remains at 3-1.

Third Inning:

• In the bottom of the third inning, the Royals went down in order once again. Garrett Hampson and Bobby Witt Jr. both flew out to right fielder Corbin Carroll, and Vinnie Pasquantino grounded out to pitcher Jordan Montgomery.

• In the top of the third inning, the Diamondbacks couldn't add to their lead. Ketel Marte and Joc Pederson both struck out swinging, while Christian Walker drew a walk. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. then flew out to right fielder Hunter Renfroe, ending the inning.

Second Inning:

• In the bottom of the second inning, the Royals were retired in order. Freddy Fermin hit a single to left field but was left stranded as Maikel Garcia, Nick Loftin, and Dairon Blanco each flew out to center fielder Jake McCarthy.

• In the top of the second inning, the Diamondbacks were held scoreless. Jake McCarthy grounded out to third baseman Nick Loftin, Geraldo Perdomo was called out on strikes, and Corbin Carroll also struck out looking.

First Inning:

• In the bottom of the first inning, the Royals responded with a run. Garrett Hampson singled and scored on a Bobby Witt Jr. double. Witt then advanced to third base by stealing, but the Royals couldn't capitalize further. Vinnie Pasquantino popped out, Salvador Perez struck out, and Hunter Renfroe popped out to end the inning. Diamondbacks 3, Royals 1.

• In the top of the first inning, the Diamondbacks took an early lead against the Royals. Corbin Carroll singled and later scored on a sacrifice fly by Christian Walker. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. grounded into a force out, allowing Ketel Marte to reach third. Gabriel Moreno then hit a two-run single, scoring Marte and Gurriel Jr., making the score 3-0. The inning ended with Eugenio Suárez flying out to left field. Diamondbacks 3, Royals 0.

Pregame:

• First pitch from Kauffman Stadium is set for 7:10 p.m. CT.

• Starting Lineup:

Here's how we're taking the field tonight against the Diamondbacks with Alec Marsh on the mound. pic.twitter.com/0AAotoAlSj

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