Kansas City Royals at Detroit Tigers – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (April 16, 2026)

The Kansas City Royals (7-11) are set to face the Detroit Tigers (9-9) in a matchup at Comerica Park. The Tigers enter this game on a five-game winning streak, showcasing a strong home record of 7-1, while the Royals are struggling with a three-game losing streak and a 2-6 record on the road.

Key players for the Tigers include Kevin McGonigle, who leads the team with a .313 batting average and 20 hits, and Tarik Skubal, who boasts a 1.23 ERA and 23 strikeouts. For the Royals, Kyle Isbel leads with a .317 batting average, while Kris Bubic has a standout 0.43 ERA. Both teams will look to capitalize on their respective strengths as they continue their early-season campaigns.

Kansas City Royals at Detroit Tigers Game Information

Game Date: April 16, 2026
Game Time: 01:10 PM ET
TV Channel: Kansas City Royals, Detroit Tigers, MLB.TV – Detroit Tigers
Location: Comerica Park, Detroit, MI
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Detroit Tigers Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 9-9
Home Record: 7-1
Away Record: 2-8
Division Record: 2-4
Streak: 5 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .500

Kansas City Royals Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 7-11
Home Record: 5-5
Away Record: 2-6
Division Record: 5-7
Streak: 3 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .389

Stat Leaders

Detroit Tigers (9-9, #3 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Kevin McGonigle, 0.313
RBI Leader: Dillon Dingler, 12 RBI
Home Run Leader: Kerry Carpenter, 3 HR
Runs Leader: Kevin McGonigle, 12 Runs
Hits Leader: Kevin McGonigle, 20 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Parker Meadows, 3 SB
ERA Leader: Connor Seabold, 1.23 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Tarik Skubal, 23 K
Wins Leader: Tarik Skubal, 2 W
Saves Leader: Kenley Jansen, 4 SV

Kansas City Royals (7-11, #4 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Kyle Isbel, 0.317
RBI Leader: Carter Jensen, 9 RBI
Home Run Leader: Carter Jensen, 4 HR
Runs Leader: Maikel Garcia, 10 Runs
Hits Leader: Maikel Garcia, 19 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Bobby Witt Jr., 8 SB
ERA Leader: Michael Wacha, 0.43 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Kris Bubic, 23 K
Wins Leader: Kris Bubic, 2 W
Saves Leader: Lucas Erceg, 5 SV

Detroit Tigers Injury Report

Beau Brieske – Groin (D60) – The Detroit Tigers placed RHP Beau Brieske on the 60-day injured list with left adductor strain.
Troy Melton – Elbow (D60) – The Detroit Tigers placed RHP Troy Melton on the 60-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
Justin Verlander – Hip Inflammation (D15) – The Detroit Tigers placed RHP Justin Verlander on the 15-day injured list with left hip inflammation.
Jackson Jobe – Elbow (D60) – The Detroit Tigers placed RHP Jackson Jobe on the 60-day injured list due to recovering from Tommy John surgery.
Bailey Horn – Elbow (D15) – The Detroit Tigers placed LHP Bailey Horn on the 15-day injured list as he continues his recovery from a left elbow arthroscopy.
Zach McKinstry – Ankle (Day-to-Day) – McKinstry left to start the eighth inning on Wednesday’s (Apr. 15) game against the Royals.
Parker Meadows – Head/Arm (D60) – The Detroit Tigers trasferred OF Parker Meadows to the 60-day injured list with a left radius fracture.
Reese Olson – Shoulder (D60) – The Detroit Tigers placed RHP Reese Olson on the 60-day injured list after he underwent a right shoulder labral repair.
Trey Sweeney – Shoulder (D60) – The Detroit Tigers transferred INF Trey Sweeney to the 60-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.

Kansas City Royals Injury Report

Alec Marsh – Shoulder (D60) – The Kansas City Royals placed RHP Alec Marsh on the 60-day injured list due to a shoulder injury.
Bailey Falter – Elbow (D15) – The Kansas City Royals placed LHP Bailey Falter on the 15-day injured list with left elbow inflammation.
Isaac Collins – Knee (Day-to-Day) – Collins left Tuesday’s (Apr. 14) game against Detroit due to a right knee contusion.
Carlos Estévez – Foot (D15) – The Kansas City Royals placed RHP Carlos Estévez on the 15-day injured list with left foot contusion.
James McArthur – Elbow (D15) – The Kansas City Royals placed RHP James McArthur on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
Stephen Kolek – Oblique (D15) – The Kansas City Royals placed RHP Stephen Kolek on the 15-day injured list with left oblique strain.

Detroit Tigers Upcoming 2026 Schedule

April 16, 2026 vs Kansas City Royals
April 17, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
April 18, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
April 19, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
April 20, 2026 at Boston Red Sox
April 21, 2026 vs Milwaukee Brewers
April 22, 2026 vs Milwaukee Brewers
April 23, 2026 vs Milwaukee Brewers
April 24, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
April 25, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds

Kansas City Royals Upcoming 2026 Schedule

April 16, 2026 at Detroit Tigers
April 17, 2026 at New York Yankees
April 18, 2026 at New York Yankees
April 19, 2026 at New York Yankees
April 20, 2026 vs Baltimore Orioles
April 21, 2026 vs Baltimore Orioles
April 22, 2026 vs Baltimore Orioles
April 24, 2026 vs Los Angeles Angels
April 25, 2026 vs Los Angeles Angels
April 26, 2026 vs Los Angeles Angels

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