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The Computers Said Jac Caglianone Would Be Average. His Exit Velocity Said Otherwise. One of Us Was Right.

On the morning of April 16, Jac Caglianone was the last qualified hitter in baseball without an RBI. Every other full-time hitter in the sport had driven in at least one run.

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Kansas City Royals news: Is Kris Bubic on the trading block?

David Lesky reviews Seth Lugo’s start on Thursday. He spoke before the season about wanting to use his fastballs more. I’m assuming that was his four-seamer, sinker and cutter.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / June 26

Royals' Mitch Spence makes wrong kind of history vs. White Sox

Reliever Mitch Spence put his name into the Kansas City Royals record books on Friday. It was just not the kind of history he would have wanted to make.

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski continues to defy physics with historically fast pitch

Pressure on David Stearns to turn Mets around with 'fall guy' Carlos Mendoza fired

Blue Jays call-up power-hitting prospect Sean Keys

Guardians' youth movement continues with Cooper Ingle promotion

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

Jac Caglianone News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Jac Caglianone Rookie Cards 2026: Why Collectors Are Quietly Loading Up Before the Breakout Is Official

Collectors are quietly loading up on Jac Caglianone rookie cards 2026 right now before prices skyrocket. Market indicators show a massive surge as three distinct factors align this June perfectly.

Corey Seager News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz

In the history of MLB, 31 players have hit 13 or more home runs in the postseason over the course of their careers. How many can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

Nick Loftin News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 26

Royals' Nick Loftin Quietly Enjoying Strong June at the Plate

The Kansas City Royals have been at their best offensively in June, scoring 129 runs through the month with four games remaining. It marks the most runs Kansas City has scored in a single month this season.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 26

Derby Dreams and Hitting Streaks: Bright Spots in a Dark Royals Season

The Kansas City Royals have reached the season midpoint at 34-48, fourteen games below .500 and sitting in last place in the AL Central. It is not where anyone wanted to be, but Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco find more to talk about than the record alone would suggest.

MLB News / Royals Review / June 26

Better know a draft prospect: Jacob Lombard

Baseball scouts love bloodlines, and for good reason. Growing up around the game often provides a head start that can’t be taught, as Bobby Witt Jr. has demonstrated.

Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / June 26

The Royals Have More Questions Than Answers Now and Into the Future

On October 1 of 2023, Zack Greinke took the mound one final time. A five-inning, one-run performance ultimately leading to a win in front of the Kansas City Royals faithful closing out the season, and for Greinke a career, with smiles in Kansas City.

Seth Lugo News / Royals Review / June 26

Kansas City Royals news: Seth Lugo’s Decade of Baseball

Yesterday’s game was no fun at all. Let’s pretend that didn’t happen. Earlier this week, Seth Lugo hit a major milestone. Jaylon Thompson writes about his career arc: Prior to the club’s series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field, Lugo was recognized for his 10 years of Major League Baseball service time.

Luke Jackson News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

Royals Release Luke Jackson

The Royals released right-handers Luke Jackson and Aaron Sanchez from minor league contracts this week, according to the MiLB.com transaction tracker. Kansas City also announced Wednesday that they’ve added infielder Andrew Velazquez on a minor league deal.

Carter Jensen News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 25

Royals Rookie Carter Jensen Turning Heads During Impressive Hitting Streak

The Kansas City Royals have found an offensive spark over the past several games. They have been swinging the bat well and putting runs on the board. Over their last eight games, the Royals have scored 55 runs.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

MLB News / Royals Review / June 25

Royals nearly get no-hit, end up blasted by Rays

In an ugly display of baseball futility, the Royals dropped the series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays, 13-2. The Rays, utilizing their bullpen for the entire game, didn’t allow a Royals hit until the ninth inning when Carter Jensen hit a two-run home run, extending his hitting streak to 15 games.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 25

Royals Reacts Results: Put Jac in the Derby!

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Kansas City Royals fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

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The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 24

Royals fail to clinch the series in Tampa

The Royals did not cash in on early opportunities and the Rays did. Sometimes it is that simple. In the end the score was 5-3, but two of those three for Kansas City came because of an inning where the Rays made two back-to-back errors.

Kris Bubic News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Royals Make Kris Bubic Decision on Wednesday

Kris Bubic is set to begin a new rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha after a setback brought his first attempt to an early end earlier this month. The Kansas City Royals announced the move as the left-hander continues working his way back from the injured list.

Cole Ragans News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 24

Royals' Cole Ragans Recovery Takes Another Turn for the Worse

The Kansas City Royals cannot seem to catch a break with injuries this season. From Opening Day through the present, injuries have impacted players throughout the roster, with some even seeing their seasons come to an early end.

Noah Cameron News / Field Level Media / June 24

With last year's MLB debut in mind, Royals' Noah Cameron ready for Rays

Noah Cameron has struggled a bit recently for the Kansas City Royals. Perhaps the memory of a stellar major league debut -- against Tampa Bay last year -- will provide added motivation for Cameron (4-4, 4.20 ERA) to get back on track.

Cole Ragans News / Field Level Media / June 23

Royals LHP Cole Ragans headed for elbow surgery

Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro said prior to Tuesday's game at Tampa Bay that Royals ace Cole Ragans is expected to undergo elbow surgery. Ragans, who served as the team's Opening Day starter each of the last three seasons, has not pitched in the big leagues since May 6 due to an impingement in his left elbow.

Maikel Garcia News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Royals Place Maikel Garcia On Injured List

The Royals announced Tuesday that third baseman Maikel Garcia has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a muscle strain in his left hand. Veteran infielder Josh Rojas was recalled from Triple-A in his place.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Royals’ Tyler Tolbert, Michael Massey connect for unreal out vs. Cardinals

The Kansas City Royals produced one of the season’s best defensive plays Friday night, with Tyler Tolbert and Michael Massey right in the middle of it.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 18 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Yardbarker / June 17

Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. quietly on a historic pace

Witt's career pace in several statistical categories might surprise you.

Royals Acquire Connor Seabold

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / June 16

Kansas City Royals Roster Moves 06/16/2026

The Kansas City Royals have lost five of their last six games entering the game tonight against the Nationals. Kansas City now has a 29-44 record. They are sitting dead last in the American League Central.

Jac Caglianone News / Yardbarker / June 12

Royals' Jac Caglianone has broken his early-season slump in a big way

Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone has turned a corner in June, batting .476 (10-for-21) with three home runs and seven RBI. His standout

Giants rookie passes Roberto Clemente in MLB history books with walk-off grand slam

White Sox rookie makes history with walk-off home run in dominant MLB debut

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12