Royals' Big Inning Earns Doubleheader Split vs. Brewers

Salvador Perez's sixth-inning home run ignites Kansas City's offense in 8-2 win over Milwaukee.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 8:10am

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The Kansas City Royals scored six runs in the sixth inning, highlighted by a Salvador Perez home run, to defeat the Milwaukee Brewers 8-2 in the second game of a doubleheader on Saturday night. The win earned the Royals a split of the doubleheader after losing the first game.

Why it matters

The Royals' comeback victory in the nightcap keeps them in contention in the AL Central division race, while the Brewers missed an opportunity to gain ground in the NL Central.

The details

Trailing 2-0 in the sixth inning, the Royals sent 12 batters to the plate and scored six runs, with Perez's go-ahead home run sparking the rally. Kansas City added two more runs to pull away for the 8-2 win. Royals reliever Nick Mears earned the victory, while Brewers pitcher Brandon Sproat took the loss.

  • The Royals took a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the second inning.
  • The Brewers tied the game at 2-2 in the top of the third inning.
  • The Royals scored six runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to take an 8-2 lead.

The players

Salvador Perez

The Royals' All-Star catcher hit a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning to spark Kansas City's comeback.

Brandon Sproat

The Brewers relief pitcher took the loss after surrendering four runs in 3 2/3 innings of work.

Nick Mears

The Royals relief pitcher earned the win after pitching one inning of scoreless relief.

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What they’re saying

“We must have had some good luck on our side in that big inning. The guys really came through when we needed them to.”

— Mike Matheny, Royals Manager

What’s next

The Royals and Brewers will conclude their four-game series on Sunday afternoon.

The takeaway

The Royals' comeback victory in the nightcap keeps them in the AL Central division race, while the Brewers missed an opportunity to gain ground in the NL Central. This game showcased the Royals' offensive firepower and resilience in the face of an early deficit.