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Royals LHP Cole Ragans headed for elbow surgery

Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro said prior to Tuesday's game at Tampa Bay that Royals ace Cole Ragans is expected to undergo elbow surgery. Ragans, who served as the team's Opening Day starter each of the last three seasons, has not pitched in the big leagues since May 6 due to an impingement in his left elbow.

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Cole Ragans Likely To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Royals manager Matt Quatraro says that left-hander Cole Ragans will likely require some kind of surgery on his elbow. “We anticipate it being a surgical procedure,” Quatraro said, per Jaylon T.

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Maikel Garcia News / Field Level Media / June 23

Royals place All-Star 3B Maikel Garcia (hand) on 10-day injured list

The Kansas City Royals placed third baseman Maikel Garcia on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday because of muscle strain in his left hand. In a corresponding move, the Royals recalled utility infielder Josh Rojas from Triple-A Omaha.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Royals Place Maikel Garcia On Injured List

The Royals announced Tuesday that third baseman Maikel Garcia has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a muscle strain in his left hand. Veteran infielder Josh Rojas was recalled from Triple-A in his place.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 23

The Royals are avoiding the injured list like it is made out of lava

In these divided times, there aren’t that many things that we can all agree on. But in Kansas City Royals land, there are at least a few: that Bobby Witt Jr.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 23

This Week in the Minors: Kendry Chourio makes his Quad Cities debut

This Week in the Minors is our weekly look at notable performances from all over the system, from big-name prospects and less-heralded guys alike. The mission is to answer this simple question: “Who had a good week?” The Storm Chasers split their series on the road in St.

Michael Wacha News / Field Level Media / June 22

Michael Wacha throws 7 strong innings in Royals' win over Rays

Michael Wacha allowed one run over seven strong innings, and Lane Thomas and Carter Jensen each had an RBI as the visiting Kansas City Royals won 2-1 over the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night at St.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 22

Royals' Trade Buzz Continues to Build Ahead of Upcoming Deadline

The Kansas City Royals are in the midst of a disappointing season. After entering 2026 with high expectations, Kansas City holds a 32-46 record through its first 78 games.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 22

Royals Head to St. Petersburg to Face Tampa Bay Rays: Stats and Trends to Keep an Eye on

To start June, the Royals won two series on the road against Cincinnati and Minnesota then lost the next three series against Houston, Texas, and Washington.

Jac Caglianone News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 22

Royals' Jac Caglianone Showing No Signs of Slowing Down at the Plate

During the offseason, the Kansas City Royals made it clear they were counting on continued development from their young sluggers. The club hoped that growth would help generate more offensive production throughout the lineup.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 22

College summer leagues, and Royals development woes

A week ago, my wife and I checked out our local independent league team, the Waterloo Bucks. They play in the Northwoods League, a summer wood-bat college league.

MLB News / Royals Review / June 21

Royals lose slugfest in series finale against Cardinals

The Cardinals jumped the Royals for 5 runs in the top of the first inning and held on to defeat the Royals 12-10 in a Father’s Day matinee, salvaging the series and avoiding the sweep.

Matt Moore News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Royals sign 13-year veteran southpaw to minor league contract

The Kansas City Royals announced Saturday that they have signed 13-year MLB veteran left-handed pitcher Matt Moore to a minor league contract. Moore, who just turned 37 years old two days ago, last appeared in the Major Leagues with the Los Angeles Angels in 2024.

Kansas City Royals News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Royals Sign 13-Year Veteran Southpaw to Minor League Deal

The Kansas City Royals are adding a 13-year veteran to boost their pitching depth. According to the team’s player development account, the Royals signed left-hander Matt Moore to a minor league deal Saturday.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Field Level Media / June 20

Royals hope Bobby Witt Jr. (knee) doesn't need first IL stint

Since making the Kansas City Royals' roster out of spring training in 2022, Bobby Witt Jr. has not needed a trip to the injured list. Though the two-time All-Star shortstop missed his first game of the season Friday against the St.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Royals’ Tyler Tolbert, Michael Massey connect for unreal out vs. Cardinals

The Kansas City Royals produced one of the season’s best defensive plays Friday night, with Tyler Tolbert and Michael Massey right in the middle of it.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Total Pro Sports / June 20

What Happened To Bobby Witt Jr.? Latest Injury Update On The Royals Star

Bobby Witt Jr. placed himself firmly among the elite performers in the MLB over the previous two seasons. The Kansas City Royals reached the Division Series in 2024 but failed to book a playoff spot last year despite posting a winning record.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Bobby Witt Jr. Out Of Lineup With MCL Sprain

AL MVP candidate Bobby Witt Jr. is dealing with a Grade 1 sprain of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his right knee. Witt is not available for tonight’s game against the Cardinals.

Seth Lugo News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Royals Make Roster Decision After Seth Lugo Move

The Kansas City Royals announced some roster moves following a 14-6 victory against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday in their series opener. The Royals announced that right-handed pitcher Seth Lugo was reinstated from the 7-day concussion injured list.

Kansas City Royals News / HITC / June 19

Kansas City Royals send message to England after World Cup team visit MLB side

The England soccer team have been taking in the sights during their stay in North America for the 2026 World Cup. After securing a 4-2 win over Croatia on Wednesday, the Three Lions return to World Cup action next week, facing off with Ghana at the Boston Stadium.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Yardbarker / June 17

Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. quietly on a historic pace

Witt's career pace in several statistical categories might surprise you.

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Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / June 16

Kansas City Royals Roster Moves 06/16/2026

The Kansas City Royals have lost five of their last six games entering the game tonight against the Nationals. Kansas City now has a 29-44 record. They are sitting dead last in the American League Central.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 13

Yordan Alvarez's historic multi-HR inning powers Astros to win

Alvarez, a three-time All-Star and World Series champion (2022) at 28, is on pace to set new career-highs.

Yordan Alvarez has historic night as Astros outlast Royals

Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits 2-run homer, slam in first inning

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Jac Caglianone News / Yardbarker / June 12

Royals' Jac Caglianone has broken his early-season slump in a big way

Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone has turned a corner in June, batting .476 (10-for-21) with three home runs and seven RBI. His standout

Giants rookie passes Roberto Clemente in MLB history books with walk-off grand slam

White Sox rookie makes history with walk-off home run in dominant MLB debut

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12