Braves Rally Past Royals With Walk-Off Grand Slam

Dominic Smith's late-game heroics lift Atlanta to 6-2 victory over Kansas City.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:26am

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An expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors depicting the explosive energy and celebratory emotion of a baseball player hitting a game-winning home run.Dominic Smith's dramatic walk-off grand slam caps a thrilling comeback victory for the Atlanta Braves over the Kansas City Royals.Kansas City Today

In a dramatic comeback, the Atlanta Braves defeated the Kansas City Royals 6-2 on a walk-off grand slam by Dominic Smith in the bottom of the 9th inning. The Braves trailed 2-0 late in the game before rallying to score 6 unanswered runs and secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win extends the Braves' winning streak to 4 games and keeps them in contention for a playoff spot in the competitive National League East division. The Royals' loss is a tough blow as they try to climb back into the American League Central race.

The details

With the game tied 2-2 in the bottom of the 9th, the Braves loaded the bases against the Royals' closer. Dominic Smith then stepped up and launched a towering grand slam over the right field wall to give the Braves a dramatic come-from-behind victory.

  • The game was played on March 29, 2026.
  • The Braves trailed 2-0 late in the game before rallying in the 9th inning.

The players

Dominic Smith

The Braves' slugging first baseman who hit the game-winning grand slam in the 9th inning.

Atlanta Braves

The National League baseball team based in Atlanta, Georgia that came from behind to defeat the Royals.

Kansas City Royals

The American League baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri that lost a close game to the Braves.

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What they’re saying

“That was an unbelievable moment. I'm so proud of our team for never giving up and finding a way to win this game.”

— Dominic Smith, Braves First Baseman

What’s next

The Braves will look to build on this momentum as they continue their homestand, while the Royals will try to bounce back in their next series.

The takeaway

This thrilling comeback win showcases the Braves' resilience and ability to win close games, which could pay dividends as they push for a playoff spot in the competitive NL East.