KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Thursday's Opening Day for the Kansas City Royals will be about more than just a baseball game.
While the first pitch is set for 3:10 p.m. at Kauffman Stadium, fans will want to arrive to their seats earlier than normal for several pregame events:
- Bobby Witt Jr, Salvador Perez and Seth Lugo will be recognized for winning 2024 All-MLB Teams awards;
- Donsha' Finley and O.J. Rome will be recognized for their dedication to coaching baseball and softball in the urban community with the Don Motley Award;
- Branson-based The Haygoods will perform the national anthem;
- A flyover featuring A-10s from nearby Whiteman Air Force Base;
- Former Royals stars Willie Wilson and Lorenzo Cain will throw out the ceremonial first pitch, recognizing the team's 1985 and 2015 World Championship teams
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After Thursday's Opening Day, the Royals and Cleveland Guardians will take Friday off before completing their three-game series on Saturday and Sunday.
The Royals also have many new food items- from gourmet food to standard ballpark fare that are sure to be a grand slam this year.
