As the 2025 trade deadline approaches, the Kansas City Royals are headed in the wrong direction.

Losers of their last six games, the Royals are suddenly buried in fourth place in the American League Central, and they trail the Boston Red Sox by three games for the third and final Wild Card spot. Their offense, which has been subpar all season, has gone completely silent.

If things don’t turn around quickly, the Royals could be in danger of selling at the Jul. 31 deadline instead of buying, which was the obvious move when they were in playoff position. But one team insider believes there is a clear-cut goal to achieve if the Royals buy.

On Tuesday, Anne Rogers of MLB.com predicted that the Royals would go after a power bat at the deadline, which would be a continuation of their failed strategy both this past offseason and at last year’s deadline.

“It was what the Royals sought at last year’s Deadline, it was what they searched for this offseason, and it’s still something they need to inject into their lineup by the end of July this year. The Royals need a bat that can slot right into the middle of the order and provide the kind of fear and swagger pitchers hate facing in big moments,” Rogers wrote.

“Entering Sunday, their 46 home runs rank last in the Majors and their 83 wRC+ ranks fourth-worst. The most obvious spot for a power bat to fit in defensively would be the corner outfield, but third base could be an option with Maikel Garcia having the ability to move around the field.”

Calling the Royals’ inability to land a power bat a “failure” might be a bit harsh, because they simply don’t have the resources to pay what those hitters typically get on the open market. And that also makes it difficult to acquire them in trades if they’ve even made it to arbitration, much less free agency.

The Royals will have to get creative, either trading for a young hitter with years of control who can break out in a power capacity, or a veteran who has some flaws, but can drive the ball out of the yard (Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward, for example).

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – From Platte City to Overland Park, 18th and Vine to the Kansas City International Airport, the sounds of jazz, hip-hop, afrobeat and all the metro has to offer will fill the air over the weekend.

Kansas City Parks and Recreation has announced that the music makers far and wide have been invited to the fifth annual Make Music Day on Saturday, June 21. Nearly 85 artists will host more than 140 live music events across 44 venues in the metro.

City leaders noted that the event is part of an international celebration that takes place each summer solstice. The day is meant to bring together people of all ages and skill levels so they can make music.

Parks & Rec noted that the Make Music Day KC App is available to help navigate Saturday’s events. It will provide detailed information on performances, venues and schedules.

Attendees have been urged to visit multiple events on Saturday to fully experience Make Music Day.

To view a full list of locations, click HERE. For a map, click HERE. Information about artist sets and more can be found HERE.

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The Kansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at June 15, 2025, results for each game:

Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 15 drawing

Midday: 1-1-3

Evening: 3-6-1

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Winning 2 By 2 numbers from June 15 drawing

Red Balls: 04-20, White Balls: 15-19

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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from June 15 drawing

12-17-25-40-44, Lucky Ball: 07

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

All Kansas Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599. For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at select Kansas Lottery offices.

By mail, send a winner claim form and your signed lottery ticket to:

Kansas Lottery Headquarters

128 N Kansas Avenue

Topeka, KS 66603-3638

(785) 296-5700

To submit in person, sign the back of your ticket, fill out a claim form, and deliver the form along with your signed lottery ticket to Kansas Lottery headquarters. 128 N Kansas Avenue, Topeka, KS 66603-3638, (785) 296-5700. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes of any amount.

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When are the Kansas Lottery drawings held?

• Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
• Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT Tuesday and Friday.
• Pick 3 Midday/Evening: 1:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. CT daily.
• 2 By 2: 9:30 p.m. CT daily.
• Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
• Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
• Super Kansas Cash: 9:10 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

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