Royals' Noah Cameron adds to AL Rookie of the Year résumé in 2-1 win vs. Blue Jays

Jaylon Thompson, The Kansas City Star on Sep 20, 2025

Published in Baseball

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals entered Saturday’s action with just two home games remaining at Kauffman Stadium this season.

After scoring 20 runs on Friday night, the Royals gave their fan base another reason to celebrate this weekend. Early arriving fans got a chance to meet their favorite players and take a special photo on the field.

And those who stayed got treated to something nice, as well. The Royals earned a 2-1 victory over Toronto, their second win against the Blue Jays in as many days.

Royals rookie starter Noah Cameron was sharp across 6 2/3 innings. He allowed three hits and struck out five batters. He tossed 62 of 98 pitches for strikes and worked efficiently in limiting the AL-East leading Blue Jays.

Cameron got a key double play in the fourth inning. Royals second baseman Michael Massey made a terrific grab to rob Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk before tossing to shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. to finish the defensive play.

Later in the inning, Witt gave the Royals an early lead. He belted a solo home run off Blue Jays starter Shane Bieber that traveled over the center-field wall.

The Royals weren’t finished. Vinnie Pasquantino followed with his team-leading 31st home run of the season. It was the fourth time the Royals hit consecutive home runs during the 2025 campaign.

Cameron took care of the rest. He remained in control before surrendering a solo homer to Blue Jays outfielder Ernie Clement. From there, KC relievers John Schreiber, Taylor Clarke and Carlos Estévez shut the door.

Estévez earned his 41st save of the season. He is now six saves shy of the Royals’ single-season record of 47, set by Greg Holland in 2013.

The Royals (78-77) also climbed back over .500 with the victory. They have a chance to complete a sweep of the Blue Jays on Sunday and keep alive their slim hopes of making the MLB postseason.

What’s next?

Royals veteran Michael Wacha (9-12, 3.79 ERA) will start on Sunday afternoon against the Blue Jays. Rookie Trey Yesavage (0-0, 1.80 ERA) will oppose Wacha in the final regular-season home game for KC.