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Three Increasingly Bold Royals Predictions for 2026 Season

The Kansas City Royals' season is finally upon us, and only a day later than it should have arrived. After all but six Major League Baseball teams have sprung into action, the Royals will open their season on Friday against the Atlanta Braves.

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Royals post Opening Day starting lineup

The Royals open their 2026 season tonight against the Atlanta Braves and manager Matt Quatraro has posted the first lineup of the season. The lineup is right-handed heavy against Braves left-hander Chris Sale, with Jac Caglianone and Kyle Isbel on the bench.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 27

Early schedule provides opportunity for the Royals

Kansas City has a favorable April schedule and needs to take advantage The schedule to begin 2026 is a bit of a gift for a Royals team that has not gotten off to the strongest starts historically.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 27

Royals React Results: KC looks like a playoff team

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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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 27

Opening Day, Big Royals Swings, and Bigger Predictions

Opening Day is here — and it’s time to make some bold calls. In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down the upcoming start of the Kansas City Royals’ season while diving into the biggest storylines shaping baseball both on and off the field.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 27

Royals valued at $1.64 billion, according to Forbes estimates

The value of the Royals increased over 25 percent, according to estimates released this week by Forbes, putting their valuation at $1.64 billion. MLB teams overall enjoyed a 12 percent increase in valuations league-wide, the largest jump since 2017.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 27

Kansas City Royals news: OPENING DAY IS HERE FOR THE ROYALS!

A couple of social media posts from yesterday Indeed. But then I saw this and did an “awwww”: Let’s get this season started! Addi Weakly at KSHB writes about some new innovations for the Royals broadcast crew: Fourteen MLB.TV or Royals.TV teams have wire cams this season, including the Royals.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26

2 Bobby Witt Jr. bold predictions for 2026 season

Bobby Witt Jr. is already one of the most exciting players in the majors, but the 2026 season could be the one that makes him a permanent part of the all-time great conversation.

Drew Waters News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Royals Designate Drew Waters For Assignment

The Royals designated outfielder Drew Waters for assignment as they finalized their Opening Day roster this afternoon. He’s out of options and did not make the team.

Carter Jensen News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 25

Royals Drop Major Carter Jensen Decision Ahead of 2026 Opening Day

The Kansas City Royals have finalized their Opening Day roster, which means the team has reached a verdict on where top prospect Carter Jensen will be playing to begin the year.

Salvador Perez News / Just Baseball / March 25

How Much Can the Royals Still Lean on Salvador Perez’s Bat?

There’s no question that Salvador Perez of the Kansas City Royals will be a borderline Hall of Fame player when it’s all said and done. Yes, there are questions about his framing, which has affected his defensive metrics, and thus, his overall WAR values (35.8 bWAR; 19.0 fWAR).

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / March 24

Four Royals predictions for the 2026 season

The Royals offense and pitching have their core players back and have hopefully strengthened the weak points enough to challenge for a divisional title.

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 24

New Aaron Judge vs. Bobby Witt Jr. Prediction Should Interest Royals Fans

Not that Bobby Witt Jr. doesn't get enough respect for his play, but he'd probably be put on an even higher pedestal if it weren't for Aaron Judge. The New York Yankees superstar has won three of the last four American League Most Valuable Player awards, including taking one directly from Witt, who finished second in 2024.

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Kansas City Royals News / LWOSports.com / March 23

2026 Kansas City Royals O/U: Why the Royals will hit the OVER

The Kansas City Royals built up themselves a tough expectation to follow through with going into the 2025 season. After making a run to the American League (AL) Divisional Series, losing to the New York Yankees, the Royals had the expectation to make the playoffs back-to-back seasons.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 23

Royals' Expectations Are Sky-High Heading Into Opening Day

The Kansas City Royals put together their second straight winning season in 2025, but their lack of offense ultimately knocked them out of playoff contention and sent them to third place in the American League Central.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19

Bobby Witt Jr. breaks silence after Team USA’s WBC championship defeat

The World Baseball Classic remains in the spotlight following Team USA’s loss to Venezuela in the championship game. Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.

Carter Jensen News / Just Baseball / March 18

Carter Jensen Is Primed for a Major Breakout in 2026

The disparity surrounding the roller coaster that is prospect development has long been misunderstood. Baseball fans will look at prospect lists across multiple analysts and zone in on the little number next to the player and expect them to achieve those expectations in the shortest time possible.

Maikel Garcia News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 18

Maikel Garcia takes home MVP honors for Venezuela in World Baseball Classic

After a breakout campaign with the Kansas City Royals, fast-rising infielder Maikel Garcia knew he had to build on his momentum and help Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.

Vinnie Pasquantino News / Total Pro Sports / March 17

Vinnie Pasquantino Drops Emotional Message After WBC Exit

Italy’s fairytale run, when it ended, left quite a mark. And right at the center of it all was Vinnie Pasquantino, who turned a semifinal exit into something way bigger than a final score. Monday night in Miami was the stuff of dreams.

Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / March 16

Five Kansas City Royals Spring Training Storylines to Watch

The Kansas City Royals have a very strong roster, and they’ll look to return to the postseason for the first time since 2024 after missing the postseason last year.