Core Points - Gray Media has expanded its partnership with the Kansas City Royals for the 2026 baseball season, allowing free broadcasts of select games in 18 markets across 8 states [1][2] - The historic home opener on March 30, 2026, against the Minnesota Twins will be the first free over-the-air broadcast of the Royals' home opener since 2007 [2] - KCTV5 will air ten regular season games throughout the 2026 season, showcasing the Royals' community outreach and charitable initiatives [3][4] Company Overview - Gray Media, Inc. is the largest owner of local television stations in the U.S., reaching approximately 37% of U.S. television households across 113 markets [5] - The company operates 78 markets with top-rated television stations and has the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 44 markets [5] - Gray Media also includes digital marketing services through Gray Digital Media and owns various media properties, including video production companies and studio facilities [5]