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Royals' Cole Ragans Just Got Some Bulletin Board Material

One of the Kansas City Royals' biggest perceived advantages last year was their starting pitching, and that began with ace Cole Ragans on opening day. Ragans, a 2024 All-Star and fourth-place Cy Young Award finisher, got off to a slightly bumpy start last year in terms of ERA, but he was striking out the world.

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Carlos Beltrán soared in Kansas City before reaching Cooperstown

Earlier this week, baseball writers voted Carlos Beltrán into the Baseball Hall of Fame. On his fourth year of the ballot, Beltrán garnered 84.2% of the votes cast, well more than the 75% required to gain induction.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 22

Blue Jays Veteran Makes Sense As Royals' Last-Second Free Agency Option

Sometimes, teams like the Kansas City Royals do their best work at the end of the winter. There were some rumblings early in the offseason that the Royals could pursue some of the big names in free agency, but those turned out to be far from the truth.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Just Baseball / January 22

Kauffman’s New Dimensions Will Win Bobby Witt Jr. an MVP

After they achieved their first playoff berth in nearly a decade during the 2024 season, the future of the Kansas City Royals seemed very bright. They had the early makings of a good, young core that could carry them deep into October year after year, which had fans across the league very excited.

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Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 21

One Move Royals Should Make Before Spring Training

Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo has been busy this offseason. After missing the playoffs by five games last year, the club enters the 2026 season with clear areas to address.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Kansas City Royals News / Last Word On Sports / January 21

Why the Kansas City Royals Moved the Outfield Fences at Kauffman Stadium

The Kansas City Royals outfield fence move at Kauffman Stadium represents a data-driven attempt to modernize run scoring, improve roster efficiency, and generate new revenue without abandoning the park’s identity.

Carlos Beltran News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 21

Carlos Beltrán’s Hall of Fame Comments May Disappoint Royals Fans

The Kansas City Royals received some good news late on Tuesday when the Baseball Hall of Fame announced that longtime great Carlos Beltran had been elected to Cooperstown.

Alex Gordon News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 21

Royals World Series Champion Quickly Has Hall of Fame Hopes Dashed

Alex Gordon entered the Kansas City Royals Hall of Fame last summer, and it appears that will be the highest honor of his excellent career. Gordon was on the Baseball Writers' Association of America ballot for the Baseball Hall of Fame this year, and the results of the writers' votes were announced on Tuesday.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 20

Royals Legend Projected As Virtual Lock For 2026 Hall Of Fame Class

On Tuesday, players on the Baseball Writers' Association of America ballot for the Hall of Fame will find out their fates. Former Kansas City Royals star Carlos Beltrán was denied entry into the Hall on his first two attempts, but got perilously close last year.

Kansas City Royals News / Last Word On Sports / January 19

Why Revenue Sharing Standards Matter for the Kansas City Royals Right Now

Major League Baseball is once again circling a familiar argument. Payroll gaps are widening. Mega-contracts are stacking up at the top of the market. Owners, analysts, and fans are driving renewed calls for a salary cap.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 19

Royals Banking Too Heavily On 22-Year-Old Sluggers To Drive Offense

As the offseason begins approaching its finish, the Kansas City Royals seem to be preparing for a youth movement. Though they've consistently been linked to potential offensive upgrades all winter, the Royals seem to be close to admitting defeat.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 19

Mets Linked To Royals' 28-Year-Old All-Star In Potential Trade

The New York Mets and Kansas City Royals make a lot of sense as trade partners right now. Having dropped $126 million on a reported three-year contract for infielder Bo Bichette, the Mets now must shift their attention to acquiring pitching.

Kansas City Royals News / Last Word On Sports / January 18

Why the Royals Going to Arbitration Again Matters More Than the Numbers

The Kansas City Royals rarely go to arbitration. When they do, it is intentional. The failure to reach salary agreements with Vinnie Pasquantino and Kris Bubic is not about dollars.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 18

Red Sox-Royals 3-For-1 Mock Trade Brings All-Star To Kansas City

The Kansas City Royals were one of the more surprising teams in baseball during the 2024 season, but they took a massive step back last season. As a result, they're going to need to add a big bat or two at the top of their lineup.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 18

Royals Hit Jackpot, Landed Kansas City's Next 5-Tool Star

The Kansas City Royals have a lot of talent on their big league roster, but they're seemingly building sustainable success through the farm system. They have quite a bit of talent coming up through the minor leagues, which is crucial for the future of the team, considering their best player is young shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 18

Royals “Increasingly Unlikely” To Trade For Jarren Duran, Brendan Donovan

The Royals have been fairly active this offseason on the trade market and have already worked out deals that brought outfielder Isaac Collins (alongside righty Nick Mears) and lefty setup man Matt Strahm to Kansas City.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / January 16

Royals' reluctance in free agent market could hinder Bobby Witt Jr.'s prime

In 1989, Mark Davis threw 92.2 innings, had an ERA of 1.85, and saved 44 games. He won the Cy Young and entered free agency looking for a big contract.

Vinnie Pasquantino News / Athlon Sports / January 14

Royals' Vinnie Pasquantino Makes Career Announcement on Wednesday

The Kansas City Royals have one of the best infields in the league, and among its most underrated pieces is first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino, who has quickly become a fan favorite in Kansas City thanks to his personality and presence.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 14

Royals Moving In Outfield Fences At Kauffman Stadium

The Royals announced they’re moving in the outfield fence in both corners (link via Anne Rogers of MLB.com). ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported the decision before the club announcement.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / January 13

Royals announce new outfield dimensions at Kauffman Stadium

The Kansas City Royals are bringing the outfield fences a little closer to home plate at Kauffman Stadium, the team announced on Tuesday. Per the team-provided diagram, the left- and right-field corners will be pulled in 9 feet to 347 and 344 feet, respectively.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 10