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ESPN Brutally Disrespects Royals Star in MLB Top 100 Player Rankings

When it comes to the national perception of the Kansas City Royals, folks typically give shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. his due, but not Witt's teammates. That fact was unfortunately on display on Wednesday, when ESPN rolled out its Top 100 MLB Player rankings to kick off the new season.

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Kansas City Royals news: Royals Release Spring Breakout roster

Anne Rogers has the skinny on the Royals Spring Breakout roster: What is Spring Breakout? In 2026, MLB Spring Breakout will again be a four-day event showcasing baseball’s future — the current stars of Minor League Baseball – in 16 exhibition games played between teams composed of each MLB organization’s top prospects.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 5

Which Royals player makes you the most nervous this year?

Spring is a time for hope. But in the back of the minds of even the most optimistic Royals fan there are concerns about how it could all go wrong. Which players give you cause for concern?

Kansas City Royals News / Stadium Rant / March 5

Kansas City Royals 2026 Season Preview: Contenders Or Pretenders?

The Kansas City Royals are hoping for a comeback campaign in 2026 after a disappointing 80-82 record in the American League Central, and they have the tools to make it happen.

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Carter Jensen News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 4

Carter Jensen Heads Up Strong Royals' Top 30 Prospect List

The Kansas City Royals may have missed the postseason in 2025, but they do have a lot of things to look forward to. Last year, top catching prospect Carter Jensen made his Major League debut, and though it was a small sample size, he performed very well at the plate.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 4

Kansas City Royals news: Bobby leads USA in opener

MLB.com’s Anne Rogers reports on the Kansas City Royals officially adding outfielder Starling Marte to the roster and what his goals are in 2026. “[Marte] is a longtime proven right-handed bat in the big leagues,” manager Matt Quatraro said.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Fantasy Baseball Draft Shortstop 2026: Is Bobby Witt Jr. the Clear No. 1?

Shortstop is one of the deepest positions in 2026 fantasy baseball. Just about every fantasy baseball ranking system has Bobby Witt Jr. as their No. 1 fantasy baseball shortstop.

Starling Marte News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals' New Addition Shares Big Goals for 2026

The Kansas City Royals bolstered their outfield depth with a key signing over the weekend, as they added veteran outfielder Starling Marte on a one-year, $1 million contract for the 2026 season.

Kansas City Royals News / New Baseball Media / March 3

2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals struggled to generate offense outside of the “big three,” a reason the team failed to make the playoffs in 2025. Depth in that regard was a major focus for the Royals, as several new outfielders joined the club for the 2026 season.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 3

What former Royals player would fit perfectly on this roster?

The Royals made some improvements to the roster in the offseason, but did not make the big move that fans may have wanted. Maybe that one big player wasn’t really available.

Drew Waters News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals 27-Year-Old Facing Uphill Battle to Keep Roster Spot

There are always some players in spring training dealing with more pressure than others, and for Kansas City Royals outfielder Drew Waters, the pressure is higher than ever.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Starling Marte News / Royals Review / March 3

Royals Reloaded: What Starling Marte Means for Kansas City

The Royals made a move — and it could reshape the lineup. In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco break down the Kansas City Royals’ signing of Starling Marte, analyzing how his bat fits into the lineup and what it means for roster construction moving forward.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals Designate Veteran Outfielder for Assignment Amid Roster Moves

The Kansas City Royals on Monday officially signed outfielder Starling Marte, adding depth to both the outfield and their right-handed hitting options.

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Kris Bubic News / Royals Review / March 3

Kansas City Royals News: Kris Bubic makes his Spring debut

Jaylon Thompson wrote about Kris Bubic’s Spring Training debut. On Sunday, Bubic stepped onto the pitcher’s mound again. Bubic pitched two innings against the Milwaukee Brewers at Surprise Stadium.

Kansas City Royals News / ESPN / March 2

Royals sign veteran Marte to 1-year, $1M deal

The Kansas City Royals signed two-time All-Star Starling Marte on Monday to a $1 million deal for the upcoming season.

Dairon Blanco News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 2

Royals Designate Dairon Blanco For Assignment

The Royals announced they’ve designated outfielder Dairon Blanco for assignment. That’s the necessary 40-man roster move to finalize their one-year deal with Starling Marte, which is official.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 28

Royals continue outfield revamp with Starling Marte

The Kansas City Royals have actively revamped their outfield during the offseason. Those changes continued on Saturday.

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28

Royals rumors: Kansas City discussing contract in free agency with 2-time All-Star outfielder

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.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27

Did Royals’ manager just reveal Bobby Witt Jr.’s WBC lineup placement?

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.

Maikel Garcia News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Can We Rely on Maikel Garcia in Kansas City for 2026 Fantasy Baseball?

When a player doubles his HR output in a season, he gets noticed. He rises up the fantasy baseball draft boards. Owners salivate that he can build on that tally.

Stephen Kolek News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 27

Royals’ Stephen Kolek Diagnosed With Oblique Strain

Royals righty Stephen Kolek has been diagnosed with a “Grade 1+” strain of his oblique, per Anne Rogers of MLB.com. Kolek’s original diagnosis of a strain came yesterday, but the Royals sent him for additional testing — the results of which they’ve now received.

Kansas City Royals News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

Kansas City Royals Roster Unleashed: A Look Into The Team’s 2026 Game Plan

The Kansas City Royals had a disappointing exit in 2025. They failed to make the playoffs, but they look forward to having a strong run in 20226. The Royals finished just two games ahead of the .500 mark in the AL Central last year.

Stephen Kolek News / Field Level Media / February 26

Royals RHP Stephen Kolek dealing with left oblique strain

Kansas City Royals right-hander Stephen Kolek will miss at least five to seven days and possibly longer after sustaining a left oblique strain. Kolek felt tightness in his left side while warming up for a relief appearance during Wednesday's spring training game against the Seattle Mariners.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / February 18