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Ex-Red Sox, Rangers Backstop Signs With Royals In Free Agency

The Kansas City Royals are suddenly beginning to stockpile minor-league catching talent in anticipation of needing some depth at Triple-A. Earlier this week, Royals on SI chronicled Kansas City's minor-league deal for catcher Jorge Alfaro, a major league journeyman likely to begin the year at Triple-A.

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Royals scheduled to appear on NBC’s Sunday Night Baseball three times

NBC Sports announced a slate of 27 prime-time MLB games to air on “Sunday Night Baseball” on either NBC or Peacock, as well as 34 afternoon games on “MLB Sunday Leadoff”, and one out-of-market game each day of the season to stream nationally on Peacock.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / January 9

The Royals may be losing some options in their search for a new ballpark

We are one month away from Kansas City Royals pitchers and catchers reporting to Surprise, Arizona for Spring Training. I am fairly certain that John Sherman did not expect to enter Spring Training 2026 still talking about where the Royals new stadium might be located.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 9

Royals Commit Unforced Errors With Kris Bubic, Vinnie Pasquantino

Going to arbitration in Major League Baseball is seemingly becoming more of a faux pas by the year. A couple of years ago, the Milwaukee Brewers alienated star pitcher Corbin Burnes in his arbitration hearing, and a year after that, Burnes was traded to the Baltimore Orioles.

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The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / January 9

Contracts, Royals Catchers, and the Kansas City Stadium Question

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down a busy stretch of Royals-related news with long-term implications for the organization.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 9

Insider Links Royals To Former Phillies Slugger

The Kansas City Royals were let down by their offense in 2025, but have made some key moves to improve it for 2026. They traded for Isaac Collins and signed outfielder Lane Thomas to a one-year deal.

Kris Bubic News / Royals Review / January 9

Which teams could trade for Kris Bubic?

The Royals have been actively seeking to trade their starting pitching depth for a bat that can help their lineup, but have so far been unable to land a starting-caliber impact player.

Kansas City Royals News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

Kansas City’s Arbitration Choices Reveal a Trust Gap

The Royals handled most of their arbitration business quietly and efficiently. The two cases they did not resolve say more about the organization than the six they did.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / January 9

Kansas City Royals news: Bubic and Pasquantino file for arbitration

Anne Rogers writes the Royals failed to come to terms with two arbitration-eligible players. According to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, Pasquantino filed at $4.5 million, and the Royals filed at $4 million.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 9

Royals Playing Chess With Cardinals In Pursuit Of All-Star

The Kansas City Royals have had a productive offseason thus far, adding Lane Thomas, Isaac Collins and Nick Mears via free agency and trades. But they aren’t done just yet.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 8

Insider Again Links Royals To Cardinals All-Star

The Kansas City Royals have had a productive offseason. They landed Isaac Collins and Nick Mears in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers and signed outfielder Lane Thomas to a one-year contract.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 8

Rockies make smart decision by signing veteran Michael Lorenzen

The Rockies made a savvy addition.

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Cole Ragans News / Athlon Sports / January 7

Royals' Cole Ragans Announces Personal News on Wednesday

The Kansas City Royals have not made any notable additions to the pitching staff this offseason. A big reason for that is the presence of left-handed ace Cole Ragans, who is expected to enter the 2026 season at full health after missing significant time last year.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / January 7

Potential Mets-Royals trade centered on breakout starter Kris Bubic would be win-win

Trade between the Mets and Royals involving Bubic would make sense. The two sides could help strengthen weak points on the other roster.

Phillies prove desire to move on from Nick Castellanos with latest free-agent target

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 7

Royals Exploring Trade Market For Relievers

The Royals are still in the market for relief help and appear likelier to find another bullpen arm via the trade market than via free agency, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 7

Royals Add Depth With Signing Of Veteran Utility Man

The Kansas City Royals have made some key moves this offseason. They acquired Isaac Collins and Nick Mears from the Milwaukee Brewers for left-hander Angel Zerpa and also signed outfielder Lane Thomas to a one-year contract.

Josh Rojas News / Royals Review / January 7

Royals sign utility player Josh Rojas to minor league contract

The Royals have signed utility player Josh Rojas to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training, according to MLB.com reporter Mark Feinsand.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / January 7

FanDuel Sports Network financial woes could impact Royals

Main Street Sports Group, the company that owns FanDuel Sports Kansas City and eight other regional sports networks that broadcast games for MLB teams is in serious financial trouble, according to reporting by Evan Dreilich and Katie Woo at The Athletic, which could impact up to nine MLB teams.

Kris Bubic News / Kansas City Royals on SI / January 7

Mets Linked To Royals All-Star In Possible Rotation Trade

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic seemed like one of the top trade candidates at the start of the offseason, but his market has been radio silent.