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On October 1 of 2023, Zack Greinke took the mound one final time. A five-inning, one-run performance ultimately leading to a win in front of the Kansas City Royals faithful closing out the season, and for Greinke a career, with smiles in Kansas City.

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Kansas City Royals news: Seth Lugo’s Decade of Baseball

Yesterday’s game was no fun at all. Let’s pretend that didn’t happen. Earlier this week, Seth Lugo hit a major milestone. Jaylon Thompson writes about his career arc: Prior to the club’s series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field, Lugo was recognized for his 10 years of Major League Baseball service time.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. Makes Announcement on Thursday

Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals is one of the most electric young players in the majors. Witt Jr. is a complete player at shortstop. The two-time Gold Glove Award winner is 15th in the league with a .294 batting average and tied for 18th in OPS at .833.

Luke Jackson News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

Royals Release Luke Jackson

The Royals released right-handers Luke Jackson and Aaron Sanchez from minor league contracts this week, according to the MiLB.com transaction tracker. Kansas City also announced Wednesday that they’ve added infielder Andrew Velazquez on a minor league deal.

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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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Carter Jensen News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 25

Royals Rookie Carter Jensen Turning Heads During Impressive Hitting Streak

The Kansas City Royals have found an offensive spark over the past several games. They have been swinging the bat well and putting runs on the board. Over their last eight games, the Royals have scored 55 runs.

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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.

Stephen Kolek News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Why Stephen Kolek Isn't a Fantasy Baseball Sell Despite Regression

'Tis the season to sell before regression sets in. Although fantasy managers might want to pump the brakes before throwing Stephen Kolek to the wolves.

MLB News / Royals Review / June 25

Royals nearly get no-hit, end up blasted by Rays

In an ugly display of baseball futility, the Royals dropped the series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays, 13-2. The Rays, utilizing their bullpen for the entire game, didn’t allow a Royals hit until the ninth inning when Carter Jensen hit a two-run home run, extending his hitting streak to 15 games.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Latest Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. injury update after missing Rays game

Kansas City Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. is once again not in the lineup on Thursday as he deals with an injury. Witt is battling a Grade 1 MCL sprain. The Royals star suffered the injury last week against the St.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 25

Royals Reacts Results: Put Jac in the Derby!

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Kansas City Royals fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 24

Royals fail to clinch the series in Tampa

The Royals did not cash in on early opportunities and the Rays did. Sometimes it is that simple. In the end the score was 5-3, but two of those three for Kansas City came because of an inning where the Rays made two back-to-back errors.

Kris Bubic News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Royals Make Kris Bubic Decision on Wednesday

Kris Bubic is set to begin a new rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha after a setback brought his first attempt to an early end earlier this month. The Kansas City Royals announced the move as the left-hander continues working his way back from the injured list.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 24

Royals' Offense Showing Signs of Life During Encouraging Recent Stretch

The Kansas City Royals are playing some of the best baseball they have all season. Despite dealing with multiple injuries, Kansas City has caught fire lately and continues to build momentum.

Noah Cameron News / Field Level Media / June 24

With last year's MLB debut in mind, Royals' Noah Cameron ready for Rays

Noah Cameron has struggled a bit recently for the Kansas City Royals. Perhaps the memory of a stellar major league debut -- against Tampa Bay last year -- will provide added motivation for Cameron (4-4, 4.20 ERA) to get back on track.

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Jac Caglianone News / Royals Review / June 24

Kansas City Royals news: Jac Caglianone is blasting the ball

Jac Caglianone had a huge two-homer night playing near his hometown, writes Jaylon Thompson. “It was pretty cool,” Caglianone said. “I had one of my best friends pretty close to home plate.

Jac Caglianone News / Field Level Media / June 23

Jac Caglianone blasts 2 home runs as Royals roll past Rays

Tampa native Jac Caglianone hit a solo homer and two-run shot as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 12-5 on Tuesday at St. Petersburg, Fla.

Cole Ragans News / Field Level Media / June 23

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.

Maikel Garcia 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.

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 / 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 / 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

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12