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The Kansas City Royals and two-time All-Star outfielder Starling Marte are reportedly discussing a contract in MLB free agency, per MLB insider Jon Heyman. UPDATE: The Royals and Starling Marte are in agreement on a contract, per Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. The Royals have a number of questions in their outfield. Jac Caglianone could be […]

Kansas City Royals infielder Bobby Witt Jr. is one of the biggest rising stars in the sport. He is already considered a Top 3 shortstop and maybe the best in the game. He will be the starting shortstop for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic that starts in less than a week. Royals Manager […]

The Kansas City Royals delivered one of the most eye-catching moments of spring training through Jac Caglianone. The club watched the former No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft rip a double that left the bat at 120.2 mph vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks, a mark that immediately turned heads across camp and fueled […]

Spring training has opened for all 30 MLB teams as they prepare for their 2026 campaigns. The Kansas City Royals have worked to bolster their roster, but their roster just took a minor hit. Starting pitcher Stephen Kolek has a left oblique strain, but the severity is currently unknown, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. […]

The Kansas City Royals agreed to a contract with catcher Elias Diaz, the team announced Friday. Diaz joins Salvador Perez and Carter Jensen as other catchers on the roster. Perez will start once again in 2026, while Jensen is Kansas City’s top prospect. Nevertheless, there could still be a spot on the Opening Day roster […]

With the Kansas City Royals making recent moves for pitchers, the team has made another acquisition, this time for a former All-Star from 2019, who has dealt with a tough luck with injuries. As the Royals prepare for spring training, the latest move from the team sees them taking a chance on pitcher John Means. […]

The Kansas City Royals are getting prepared for spring training, and it looks like they want to add some different pitching talent to the clubhouse. That’s what led them to make a trade with the Athletics, in which they traded pitcher for pitcher. “We have acquired RHP Mitch Spence from the Athletics in exchange for […]

The Kansas City Royals are mourning the death of former outfielder and World Series contributor Terrance Gore, who died Friday at the age of 34, with former Royals general manager Dayton Moore issuing a public statement remembering Gore’s impact on and off the field. In a statement shared on X, formerly Twitter, by reporter Jon […]

The Kansas City Royals community is mourning the loss of one of its most unique contributors. Former Royals outfielder Terrance Gore passed away at the age of 34 on Friday, Major League Baseball confirmed Saturday morning. Gore carved out a rare role during his professional career, earning recognition as one of the game’s most effective […]

The Kansas City Royals continue shaping their long-term core this offseason, and recent contract extension discussions drew unexpected attention Tuesday. Royals fans quickly reacted after a lighthearted moment involving one of the club’s central pieces went viral. Vinnie Pasquantino, the Royals’ first baseman, sparked online buzz after reacting to details of his new deal. Pasquantino […]

The Kansas City Royals weren’t able to make it back-to-back playoff appearances in 2025. As they look to get back into the postseason come 2026, some offensive reinforcements may be necessary. Kansas City of course has All-World shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. on the roster. Third baseman Maikel Garcia just earned a new contract extension while […]

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez is already setting expectations ahead of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, offering strong public support for teammate Maikel Garcia as he prepares for his international debut. Perez, who will serve as the captain of Team Venezuela, spoke confidently about Garcia’s readiness for the global stage. The endorsement marks a […]

Vinnie Pasquantino was scheduled for an arbitration hearing in either February or early March. However, it appears he and the Kansas City Royals are going to avoid arbitration altogether, as the two sides agreed on a contract. Reports indicate that the 28-year-old first baseman is signing a two-year contract worth more than $11 million, according […]

The Kansas City Royals added another layer to their pitching depth through MLB Free Agency with a minor-league deal for Aaron Sanchez that includes an invite to Spring Training, according to FanSided’s Robert Murray. For the Royals, the move blends caution with possibility. Sanchez once rose to stardom with the Toronto Blue Jays, and now […]

Like all small-market MLB executives, Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo is forced to get creative during the offseason. He has not made a huge free agency signing or blockbuster trade, but KC’s front-office leader has completed multiple under-the-radar moves that could push the team closer toward a playoffs return. He just scooped up […]

The MLB Hall of Fame candidacy class of 2026 is loaded. Whoever gets selected will deserve it, having to make it in with all these great players. However, it should be noted that some of these players will have a hard time getting in with a history of PED use. Alex Rodriguez, Carlos Beltran, Andrew […]

The Kansas City Royals have made moves this offseason to try and jumpstart their offense. One of those changes includes literally shifting where the fences are located at their home stadium. Kansas City is also pursuing some bats ahead of the 2026 campaign with trade talks. A new report is throwing cold water on the […]

After making it to the AL Division Series in 2024, the Kansas City Royals expected to make a return trip in 2025. Unfortunately, injuries and other factors led to the Royals missing the playoffs once again. Entering 2026, it’s clear that some changes were needed. Kansas City announced changes to its home ballpark, Kauffman Stadium, […]

The Kansas City Royals have made a lot of moves this offseason to try and improve their team. Kansas City is now making a unique change, shifting the fences at their home stadium. “The Kansas City Royals are moving in most of the fences at Kauffman Stadium by 10 feet and lowering their height as […]

The Kansas City Royals are working to keep some key personnel together, as the team marches on into 2026. Kansas City is giving a contract extension to manager Matt Quatraro, the team announced Sunday. The deal is for three years, with a club option for another year. The extension goes into effect for 2027, the […]

The Kansas City Royals continued shaping their future this offseason, and the signing of outfielder Lane Thomas quickly sparked discussion across the league. As the Royals look ahead to the 2026 season, Thomas offered an honest admission that helps explain why the partnership made sense for both sides. The Royals added Thomas with an eye […]

The Philadelphia Phillies traded left-handed relief pitcher Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals on Friday. Strahm, who has become one of the better relievers in the sport over the years, returns to Kansas City — where he began his MLB career. Nevertheless, Strahm spent three seasons in Philadelphia, finding success along the way and […]

After missing the playoffs in 2025, the Kansas City Royals are exploring all avenues on how to make it back. Originally, trading away All-Star Cole Ragans seemed to be one of the Royals’ options. However, Kansas City has decided to have a change of heart. When teams have called about a Ragans trade, they have […]

Both the Kansas City Royals and Philadelphia Phillies are looking to make the playoffs in 2026. As each franchise alters their roster, Kansas City and Philadelphia have swapped relief pitchers. The Royals acquired left-hander Matt Strahm from the Phillies, via Robert Murray of FanSided. In turn, Philadelphia received right-hander Jonathan Bowlan, via Ken Rosenthal of […]

The Kansas City Royals continue to look for options for their outfield, as the Philadelphia Phillies signed free agent Adolis Garcia this week. Now, there are inklings that the Royals had interest in him before he agreed to go to Philadelphia, according to baseball reporter Francys Romero. “According to a source, the Kansas City Royals […]

The Kansas City Royals are not making a splash by any means, by they are secretly improving this roster and are making it known that they want to become a serious playoff contender. The Royals and Milwaukee Brewers agreed on a trade over the weekend as the Brewers traded Isaac Collins and Nick Mears to […]

The Kansas City Royals could look to make yet another splash this winter, and it may surprise both fans and pundits, given their recent moves. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Royals are interested in trading for Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran, despite already trading for two other outfielders in Lane Thomas […]

The Kansas City Royals and Milwaukee Brewers agreed on a trade on Saturday. It’s a two-for-one player deal, as Kansas City is adding two players to its roster while Milwaukee gets one. Reports indicate that the Brewers are sending outfielder Isaac Collins and relief pitcher Nick Mears to the Royals in exchange for reliever Angel […]

The Kansas City Royals and third baseman Maikel Garcia are in agreement on a five-year contract extension, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports. The deal reportedly includes a sixth-year club option. It has yet to be announced how much money the contract will pay Garcia. “BREAKING: Third baseman Maikel Garcia and the Kansas City Royals are […]

The Kansas City Royals are hoping to reinforce their outfield by adding veteran Lane Thomas, according to Will Sammon of The Athletic. Both sides have come to an agreement on a one-year, $5.25 million deal that includes $1 million in incentives, per MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. KC is reportedly interested in Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Teoscar […]

Trade talks continue this offseason for several players in Major League Baseball, during the league’s winter meetings in Orlando, Florida. Another player getting discussed in trade talks is Houston Astros outfielder Jake Meyers. The Pittsburgh Pirates and Kansas City Royals are apparently talking to Houston about a possible deal, per The Athletic. Houston is in […]

After missing the playoffs in 2025, the Kansas City Royals are looking for ways to bolster their roster to get back on track. One clear option is adding more firepower to their lineup. The Royals seem keen to follow through on that plan by adding at least one outfielder in free agency. Amongst the players […]

After missing out on the playoffs in 2025, the Kansas City Royals are exploring all avenues towards improving their roster. One option would be trading from their wealth of starting pitching. The Royals finished the 2025 campaign ranked sixth in ERA with a mark of 3.73. That’s going to get teams calling asking about available […]

The Kansas City Royals did not tender contracts to outfielder MJ Melendez and right-handed reliever Taylor Clarke for the 2026 season, sending both players to free agency, the team announced on Friday. The decision came ahead of MLB’s non-tender deadline, which required teams to offer contracts to arbitration-eligible players or let them enter the open […]

With the GM Winter Meetings going on, plenty of rumors involving free agency and the trade buzz are kicking around. The San Francisco Giants and Kansas City Royals traded pitchers earlier in the week, with Mason Black going to KC and Logan Martin going to SF. Neither player is a major addition, but the Royals […]

The Kansas City Royals are coming off a disappointing season. After reaching the playoffs for the first time in eight years in 2024, the Royals fell short in 2025. Kansas City finished the campaign just above .500 and five games out of a Wild Card Berth at 82-80. Despite the team’s down year, Bobby Witt […]

The MLB offseason is in full swing now, and MLB teams are aiming to improve their roster for the 2026 season. The Kansas City Royals and San Francisco Giants were two teams capable of making the postseason last season, but could not get there. These two teams just agreed on an early offseason trade. “The […]

The Kansas City Royals endured a disappointing 2025 campaign. After snapping an eight-year postseason drought in 2024, Kansas City once again missed the playoffs. Fortunately Royals fans got to enjoy another strong season from Bobby Witt Jr. Kansas City’s All-Star shortstop boasts a rare power/speed combo. And Witt always dazzles defensively. The fourth-year pro won […]

The Kansas City Royals made waves across Major League Baseball on Tuesday afternoon after placing right-hander Kyle Wright on outright waivers. The 30-year-old, a former first-round pick by the Atlanta Braves in the 2017 MLB Draft and the 2022 National League wins leader, never threw a big-league pitch for the Royals after a shoulder capsule […]