Kansas City Royals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cavan Biggio News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6

Angels sign son of Baseball Hall of Famer to minor league deal

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 6

Royals’ Mike Yastrzemski robs Roman Anthony HR at Pesky Pole

Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony is having a great day. The Red Sox just signed him to an eight-year, $130 million contract extension to keep him in Boston long term.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 6

Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. enters Ichiro Suzuki territory after stolen bag vs. Red Sox

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. has quickly ascended into stardom. After notching an unique feat earlier this year, Witt Jr. reached another milestone against the Boston Red Sox.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 6

Royals' 2024 Trade Acquisition Could Be X-Factor Down The Stretch

The Kansas City Royals were a very busy team at the trade deadline. They bolstered their pitching staff with the additions of Ryan Bergert, Bailey Falter and Stephen Kolek while also adding Adam Frazier, Mike Yastrzemski and Randal Grichuk to bolster the offense.

Ryan Bergert News / Royals Review / August 6

Scouting Report: Ryan Bergert

In 2021, the Padres selected Ryan Bergert with the 190th pick in the draft after an impressive career at West Virginia. After an incredible sophomore season, during which he struck out nearly one-third of the hitters he faced, Bergert was viewed as a must-watch player prior to his junior season.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 6

Royals Trade Acquisition 'Fired Up' To Be Wanted In Kansas City

Mike Yastrzemski has the chance to be a hugely impactful piece for the Kansas City Royals. Early in the season, it would have seemed impossible that Yastrzemski could come to Kansas City.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 6

Royals Should Avoid Recently DFA'd Two-Time All-Star Reliever

The Kansas City Royals had an interesting trade deadline. Rather than selling like many expected, they chose to buy. In addition to pulling Seth Lugo off

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 6

'Determined': Royals Receive High Marks For Deadline Moves

The Kansas City Royals still remain in the postseason mix despite some recent struggles. They chose to be buyers at the trade deadline and augment their roster rather than subtract from it.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 6

Royals Reuniting With 3-Year Kansas City Veteran After White Sox Release

The Kansas City Royals' pitching depth has taken a lot of hits this summer, so every method of adding new arms is worthwhile. The Royals made some noteworthy additions to their pitching staff, particularly the starting rotation, at the trade deadline.

Gavin Cross News / Royals Review / August 6

TWitM: Gavin Cross is heating up

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Ryan Bergert News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 6

Royals Newcomer Has 7-Word Response To Trade From Padres, KC Debut

All things considered, what a job by Kansas City Royals starter Ryan Bergert on Tuesday night. Bergert was just getting settled into the big leagues with the San Diego Padres, the team that drafted him in 2021.

Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / August 5

Kansas City Royals Sign Right-Handed Pitcher

The Kansas City Royals this evening announced the signing of right-handed pitcher Jonathan Heasley. Heasley has not pitched since the end of March, after the Chicago White Sox released him.

Thomas Hatch News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4

Twins claim right-hander off waivers from Royals

The Twins claimed righty Thomas Hatch off waivers from the Royals, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Kansas City had designated him for assignment over the weekend.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

Royals score five in 10th to topple Blue Jays

Tyler Tolbert keyed a five-run 10th with a two-run single as the visiting Kansas City Royals defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 7-4 on Sunday afternoon. Kyle Isbel started the 10th-inning rally with an RBI double against Seranthony Dominguez (2-4) to help the Royals take the rubber match of the three-game series.

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Kansas City Royals News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Royals' Jonathan India Update Surfaces After Leaving Blue Jays Game

The Kansas City Royals fell to the Toronto Blue Jays in the second game of a three-game set, losing by a score of 4–2 and dropping a game below .500 at 55–56.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2

Royals star Bobby Witt Jr.’s 3-word review of new Kansas City teammate

The Kansas City Royals climbed back to the .500 mark with a statement win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night, kicking off August with momentum.

Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / August 2

Kansas City Royals Checked All the Boxes at the Trade Deadline

After heading into the All-Star break with their second-half direction up in the air, the Kansas City Royals had a crucial decision to make at the trade deadline.

Michael Wacha News / Field Level Media / August 1

Royals offense supports strong Michael Wacha outing in win vs. Blue Jays

Michael Wacha pitched eight strong innings, Bobby Witt Jr. hit a three-run homer and the visiting Kansas City Royals defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 9-3 on Friday night.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1

Royals designate veteran OF for assignment in wake of trades

The move cleared some 40-man roster space after a busy day of transactions for KC.

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Bailey Falter News / Yardbarker / July 31

Grading the Royals' trade-deadline swap for veteran pitcher

The Kansas City Royals made a mini-splash at the close of the July 31 MLB trade deadline.

Rangers swing first major trade for a starter at the deadline

Astros turning to former franchise cornerstone to fill glaring third base hole

Padres stay busy at trade deadline, add coveted power bat

Yankees continue to enhance bullpen with Jake Bird acquisition

Mets finally fix hole in outfield in trade with Orioles

Seth Lugo News / Just Baseball / July 30

What Does Seth Lugo’s Extension Mean for the Royals at the Deadline and Beyond?

The 2025 MLB trade deadline season is up and running. The biggest names aren’t off the board yet, but some trades have now been made, and a few players thought to be available are no longer up for grabs, even one for unexpected reasons (looking at you, Emmanuel Clase).

Rich Hill News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Rich Hill on the move again after tying MLB record

Veteran pitcher Rich Hill recently tied an MLB record when he made a start for the Kansas City Royals, but his latest stint in the majors has quickly come to an end.

Seth Lugo News / Yardbarker / July 27