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Royals’ Carlos Estevez sees lights at end of injury return tunnel

Kansas City Royals closer Carlos Estevez pitched one third of an inning before an injury shut him down. But barring anything unforeseen, there’s a chance the closer is back on the mound sooner rather than later.

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How loyal should managers be to their players?

Managers are hired to be fired. This is not news to anyone who has watched baseball for a significant period of time. It is exceedingly rare for a baseball manager to ever retire on his own terms.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 14

Early-Season Patience Wearing Thin with Royals’ Early Bullpen, Lineup Issues

The Royals are one-tenth of the way through the season — and the early trends are starting to matter. In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts

Kendry Chourio News / Royals Review / April 14

This Week in the Minors: Kendry Chourio has a fantastic start

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 took 3 of 5 from the Iowa Cubs, with the Sunday finale being rained out.

Mike Trout News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players with the most multiple-home run by MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '200-win, 3K-strikeout pitchers' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 14

Kansas City Royals News: There is still a lot of season left

Seems like a slow news day. Vahe Gregorian writes about the Royals start to the season. The Royals’ starting rotation entered the game with a 2.56 ERA — second in MLB only to the Yankees (2.50).

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13

This Bobby Witt Jr. stat is hard to believe

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. is coming off back-to-back All-Star seasons, and he is hoping to make it three straight this year. Through 16 games, Witt is hitting .271 with 7 RBIs and 8 stolen bases.

Tyler Gentry News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12

Tigers Sign Tyler Gentry To Minors Contract

The Tigers signed outfielder Tyler Gentry to a minor league deal, MLB.com’s Jason Beck reports. Gentry was released by the Royals at the end of Spring Training, and now moves onto a new team for the first time in his pro career.

Noah Cameron News / Field Level Media / April 12

Royals turn to Noah Cameron in series finale vs. White Sox

Dominance on the mound continues to fuel the Kansas City Royals in their extended home success against the Chicago White Sox. Following consecutive shutout victories, the Royals will aim for an eighth straight winning home series over the White Sox on Sunday afternoon.

Michael Wacha News / Field Level Media / April 11

Michael Wacha goes stellar eight innings as Royals blank White Sox

Michael Wacha struck out seven over eight stellar innings and Maikel Garcia clubbed a leadoff home run, as the Kansas City Royals continued their strong pitching in this series with Saturday's 2-0 victory over the visiting Chicago White Sox.

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.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 11

Royals Reacts Results – Can’t get no relief

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.

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The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz

The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 11

Runs in short supply for White Sox, Royals in series

The Kansas City Royals are scuffling at the plate, but their starting pitching continues to keep them competitive on the young season. Ageless veteran

Kris Bubic News / Field Level Media / April 10

Kris Bubic tosses gem as Royals blank White Sox

Kris Bubic allowed two hits and struck out a career-high 11 over seven stellar shutout innings, and Carter Jensen clubbed a solo home run, as the Kansas City Royals snapped a three-game skid with Friday night's 2-0 victory over the visiting Chicago White Sox.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kansas City Royals 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 / 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.

Konnor Griffin megadeal would be franchise-shifting moment for Pirates

Late homers help Twins end skid vs. Royals

Paul Pierce explains why NBA personalities outshine MLB stars’ global influence

The '2024 MLB home run leaders' quiz

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.