-
-
Follow Us
-
On Facebook
On Flipboard
Free Newsletters
On YouTube
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / October 22
2026 Royals season in review: Carter Jensen
In the midst of a most disappointing season, the Royals received some hope in the form of catcher Carter Jensen. Jensen, the 23-year-old local kid out of Park Hill, emerged as the team’s primary catcher in 2026 and looks to play even more games behind the plate going forward.
Jac Caglianone News / Royals Review / October 22
Kansas City Royals News: What’s next for Jac Caglianone?
Jac Caglianone had an impressive offensive season in 2026, but the focus is, what’s the next step? Jac Caglianone spent much of the 2026 season making his mark at the plate for the Royals.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 20
The One Free Agent Who Makes Too Much Sense for the Royals
The Kansas City Royals have work to do this offseason if they want to return to contention. Bolstering their bullpen should arguably be at the top of their list, as the unit held the team back throughout the 2026 season.
The 'World Series managers' quiz
How many of the managers of the World Series teams from the 21st century can you name in six minutes?
Michael Wacha News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 20
Michael Wacha Trade Speculation Continues as Offseason Progresses
One Kansas City Royals player who has been viewed as a serious trade candidate since this year’s trade deadline is starting pitcher Michael Wacha. He was considered one of, if not the biggest, trade chips for Kansas City ahead of the deadline.
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
The 'All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers from the MLB All-Star Game since 2000 can you name in six minutes?
J.J. Picollo News / Royals Review / October 20
Playing Picollo Part 2: Painful trades
Last time, we reset the roster for the offseason. That was the easy part: cutting a bunch of guys we didn’t need anymore and bringing home our 60-day-IL journeymen.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 19
Royals Could Reunite With Luke Weaver in Bullpen Trade This Offseason
As the offseason progresses, so do the trade talks. It is clear what the Kansas City Royals need to address ahead of the 2027 season. Given how the pitching staff performed this year, particularly the bullpen, there is plenty of work to be done.
David Bednar News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 19
Free Agent Closer David Bednar Needs to Be on the Royals Radar in the Offseason
Last time we discussed a relief free agent, it covered Adrian Morejon needing to be on the Royals' radar. This go-around, we will be discussing why the Royals need to look at David Bednar as they look to rebuild one of the worst bullpens in the league.
Jac Caglianone News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 19
Jac Caglianone's Breakout Gives Royals Best Power Threat They Have Had in Years
The Royals and power hitting have really never been a consistent combo throughout their history. George Brett and Salvador Perez are the only Royals with 300+ career home runs with the team, and past that, there is a dip on the all-time home run list.
Seth Lugo News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 18
What Does the Future Hold for Seth Lugo After a Lackluster Season With the Royals?
The Kansas City Royals have several decisions to make as they navigate the offseason. When it comes to the pitching staff, one player, in particular, is coming off a rough 2026 campaign, raising questions about what Kansas City might do with him moving forward.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Michael Massey News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 17
Michael Massey's 2026 Season Could Change How Royals View His Future
One of the positive takeaways from the disappointing and frustrating season the Kansas City Royals just endured was the emergence of Michael Massey. The second baseman posted the best season of his five-year major league career.
Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / October 7
Kansas City Royals Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions
Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / October 3
Three questions facing the Kansas City Royals this offseason
There was plenty of optimism surrounding the Kansas City Royals heading into 2026. Instead, the Royals imploded.
Luke Little News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 2
Royals Outright Luke Little
The Royals assigned left-hander Luke Little outright to Triple-A Omaha, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. The log indicates that Kansas City technically designated him for assignment on Monday, though the team never announced the move.
Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / September 29
Report: Royals to reassign co-hitting coach Alec Zumwalt
After serving as a Kansas City Royals hitting coach for a majority of the past five seasons, Alec Zumwalt was removed from his post Tuesday but will remain in the organization, The Athletic reported.
Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29
Royals To Replace Hitting Coach Alec Zumwalt
The Royals are planning to replace hitting coach Alec Zumwalt, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. He’s being reassigned within the organization and not fired, however.
Vinnie Pasquantino News / Field Level Media / September 27
Vinnie Pasquantino (2 HRs), Royals edge Guardians in season finale
Vinnie Pasquantino's second solo homer of the day broke an eighth-inning tie and sent the Kansas City Royals to a 3-2 victory over the visiting Cleveland Guardians on Sunday.
Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / September 24
The Royals Have at Least Found Their Core This Season
On the surface, the 2026 Kansas City Royals‘ season has been a huge disappointment. That’s in sharp contrast to how things were feeling just two years ago.
Randy Dobnak News / Just Baseball / September 24
Randy Dobnak Has Been a Surprise Story on the 2026 Royals
The Kansas City Royals entered the 2026 season in hopes of writing the wrongs of the 2025 season and recapturing the euphoric feeling they felt the year prior in their surprise run to the ALDS.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23
White Sox blow chance to clinch wild card, playoff spot with loss to Royals
The Chicago White Sox lost an opportunity to clinch the third American League wild card, a playoff spot and a chance to move into first place in the Central Division with a 5-4 loss at the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23
Randal Grichuk and Chase Meidroth power White Sox win at Royals
The White Sox overcame another collapse by the bullpen late to earn the critical win.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 22
White Sox beat Royals despite another bullpen collapse
The Chicago White Sox bullpen allowed seven runs in the last two innings, but they survived for a 14-11 win at the Kansas City Royals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16
2026 White Sox in danger of becoming 2003 Royals
There are still questions surrounding the White Sox: Can they hold on to a playoff berth, and can they prove that the 2026 season is more than a flash in the pan? Otherwise, they may end up sharing the same fate as the 2003 Royals.
Matt Strahm News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13
Matt Strahm Undergoes Knee Surgery
Left-handed reliever Matt Strahm recently underwent surgery on his right knee, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. It is not clear exactly which type of procedure was performed.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
MY ACCOUNT
SUBSCRIBE
ADVERTISE
JOBS
FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC. All rights reserved.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.