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The Royals unveiled new City Connect jerseys this week, with mixed reactions from fans. The uniforms, which will be worn Friday evening, include a Royals “R” in a font similar to that used in the city flag with gradient colors celebrates the City of Fountains logo adopted by Kansas City in 1991.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 10

Optimal ABS use and how the Royals have handled challenges

Adding the ABS challenge system generated a lot of buzz early on for MLB, and I think it is a good addition for the most part. Teams have been taking different approaches when it comes to challenging, so looking at the data a few weeks in to see what the Royals are doing relative to their peers seemed like something that might be instructive.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 10

New Royals Uniforms, Same Old Problems, and What’s Next

New uniforms, new roster moves — but are the Royals finding answers on the field? In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco break down the latest developments surrounding the Kansas City Royals, from recent roster transactions to ongoing performance concerns.

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How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 9

Royals bats remain cold as team drops third straight, 2-0

You can’t win if you don’t score. For the second time this season, the Royals failed to score a run in a game. A 2-0 loss to the White Sox drops Kansas City to 5-8.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / April 9

Kansas City Royals Roster Moves 04/09/2026

The Kansas City Royals start a series with the Chicago White Sox tonight. Kansas City has a 5-7 record heading into the four-game series with the White Sox.

Cole Ragans News / Kansas City Royals on SI / April 9

Royals Pitcher Dodges Injury Scare After Line Drive to Hand

The Kansas City Royals rotation last season was plagued by injuries, as every pitcher in the Opening Day rotation dealt with some type of injury during the 2025 season.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Royals announce multiple roster moves ahead of White Sox clash

The Kansas City Royals made several roster moves on Thursday, reinforcing their bullpen ahead of a significant four-game series vs. the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / April 9

Royals MVP hopeful Witt is off to slow start during first two weeks

Royals MVP hopeful Bobby Witt Jr. is off to slow start during first two weeks

While the overall numbers aren't what everyone is used to seeing from Witt, there are enough positives to think that he could find his groove sooner rather than later.

The '2024 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Cole Ragans News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

What Royals’ Cole Ragans said about making next start after 92.4 mph rocket to thumb

The Kansas City Royals lost to the Cleveland Guardians 10-2 on Wednesday, dropping the three-game set. Kansas City is 5-7 on the season and is dealing with an injury scare that could have shaken up their rotation.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Seth Lugo News / Field Level Media / April 9

Seth Lugo, Royals intent on continuing mastery of White Sox

No matter the season or personnel, the Kansas City Royals have dominated the Chicago White Sox at home in recent years. Looking to avoid a third consecutive defeat, the Royals will aim for a 15th straight home victory over the White Sox in the opener of a four-game set Thursday night.

MLB News / Royals Review / April 8

The Royals lose 2-10 on a tough day in Cleveland

It was a rough start to the game today in Cleveland. Cole Ragans took the hill in the bottom of the first and started out by striking out Kwan and Martinez.

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Cole Ragans News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Royals Announce Cole Ragans News After Leaving Guardians Game

The Kansas City Royals entered Wednesday’s series finale against the Cleveland Guardians on the road looking to win the series with their ace on the mound in left-hander Cole Ragans.

Carter Jensen News / Kansas City Royals on SI / April 8

Royals’ 22-Year-Old Displaying Elite Power at the Plate Early in 2026

The Kansas City Royals are off to a 5-6 start through their first 11 games of the 2026 season and are currently tied for second place in the AL Central with the Minnesota Twins.

Jac Caglianone News / Total Pro Sports / April 8

Who Is Jac Caglianone’s Fiancée Elli Mckissock? The Pro Defensive Volleyball Player

Jac Caglianone’s rise in MLB has come with plenty of attention, but off-field, there’s a steady presence who’s been part of the journey long before the big-league buzz.

Cole Ragans News / Field Level Media / April 8

Cole Ragans eager to lead Royals to series win vs. Guardians

Cole Ragans will look to guide the visiting Kansas City Royals to a series victory when he starts Wednesday afternoon's game against fellow left-hander Joey Cantillo and the Cleveland Guardians.

Carter Jensen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Alarm clock jokes pour in after another Royals’ Carter Jensen home run

Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen made headlines when he was infamously scratched from the lineup due to oversleeping. But now he’s giving Kansas City fans another reason to remember his name.

Jonathan India News / Inside The Diamonds / April 7

Game Recap: Jonathan India Provides Run Support in Royals’ Win Over Guardians

The Kansas City Royals secured a 4-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians on April 6, 2026. They used timely power. A strong outing on the mound helped them achieve this victory.

Carter Jensen News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 7

Carter Jensen's Bat May Have Woken Up With Latest Power Display for Royals

The Kansas City Royals' top prospect, catcher Carter Jensen, has been in the news recently after he was scratched from the lineup last week due to oversleeping.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / April 6

Michael Wacha earns win as Royals down Guardians

Carter Jensen hit a go-ahead, solo homer in the sixth inning and Jonathan India belted a two-run shot in the eighth, lifting the visiting Kansas City Royals to a 4-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Royals Activate Michael Massey From IL, Option Nick Loftin

Second baseman Michael Massey is back with the Royals after missing the first three series of the year with a calf strain. The 28-year-old went down with the injury during MLB Spring Training in early March, but it was deemed minor at the time.

Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / April 6

Kansas City Royals Roster Moves 04/06/2026

The Kansas City Royals have started their season out 4-5 after losing two of three to the Milwaukee Brewers. Tonight, they start a new series with AL Central Division rival Cleveland Guardians.

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

Royals Monday Review: Early Standouts and Struggles Through 1 Week

The Kansas City Royals are looking to return to the postseason this year after missing out last season. Since their 2024 campaign, when they got a taste of playoff baseball, they have aimed to get back to October.

Carter Jensen News / Yardbarker / April 2

Ya snooze, ya lose: Royals catcher held out of lineup for relatable reason

Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen was a late scratch from the lineup Thursday afternoon. The reason is something everyone can relate to.

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1

Royals Place Carlos Estévez On Injured List

The Royals announced that right-hander Carlos Estévez has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to March 29th, with a left foot contusion.

Drew Waters News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29

Royals Outright Drew Waters To Triple-A

The Royals announced that outfielder Drew Waters has been outrighted to Triple-A Omaha after clearing waivers. Waters was designated for assignment earlier this week, as since he is out of minor league options, Kansas City first had to expose Waters to waivers before sending him to Triple-A and removing him from the 40-man roster.

Carlos Estevez News / Yardbarker / March 29