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2 Bold Kansas City Royals Predictions Heading Into the 2025-26 MLB Offseason
The 2025 season didn’t go as planned for the Kansas City Royals. After earning a Wild Card berth in 2024, the Royals slipped to an 82-80 record this year, finishing third in the American League Central and missing the postseason.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 4
Kansas City Royals news: Could the Royals pursue Bo Bichette?
Jaylon Thompson writes about the Royals players hitting free agency this week. He also writes about the decision the Royals will have to make on Salvador Perez’s club option.
Alec Marsh News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4
Royals’ Alec Marsh undergoes labrum surgery
Royals starter Alec Marsh underwent labrum surgery, reports Anne Rogers of MLB.com. The right-hander did not pitch at all this season because of recurring shoulder issues.
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?
Jonathan India News / Sporting News / November 3
Royals predicted to upgrade from Jonathan India by trading for $5.4 million All-Star, Gold Glove 
This would be a significant upgrade at second for the Royals.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Kansas City Royals News / Athlon Sports / November 3
Former Royals Pitcher Speaks Out After Lou Whitaker Hall of Fame Snub
Longtime Kansas City Royals pitcher Mark Gubicza made it clear that he disagrees with legendary Detroit Tigers second baseman Lou Whitaker’s omission from the Hall of Fame’s 2026 Contemporary Baseball Era player ballot.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 3
Royals All-Star Heads To Free Agency After $12M Mutual Option Declined
Some future roster decisions seem fairly obvious all season, but when the offseason begins, they still carry weight. The Kansas City Royals held a $12 million mutual option for next season with starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen, who came over in a midseason trade with the Texas Rangers a year ago and then re-signed on a one-year deal.
Randal Grichuk News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3
Randal Grichuk declines mutual option with Royals
The Royals announced Monday that outfielder Randal Grichuk declined his half of a $5MM mutual option. He’ll be paid a $3MM buyout and return to free agency.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 3
Royals Snag Two Gold Gloves, Prove No Team Has More Infield Stability
The Kansas City Royals' roster may have its holes, but the left side of the infield is not one of them. Shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was a known commodity coming into the year, having finished second in Most Valuable Player voting a year ago.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 3
World Series Is Over: Now the Offseason Gets Weird
In this episode of the Royals Rundown podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco dive into the aftermath of the World Series and what it means for the Kansas City Royals.
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.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 3
Royals Could Add Former All-Star Bat to Power Lineup In 2026
The Kansas City Royals are gearing up for a crucial offseason after finishing the 2025 campaign with an 82-80 record, missing the postseason and landing in third place in the American League Central.
Michael Lorenzen News / Royals Review / November 3
2025 Season in Review: Michael Lorenzen
Biceps Biceps Biceps. Seriously. When Michael Lorenzen walks off the mound and gets a close-up on the broadcast, that’s all I can see. The man’s got muscles upon muscles in those arms.
MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 3
Blue Jays $33 Million Superstar Named Royals' Potential Free-Agent Target
The Kansas City Royals have an opportunity this winter to announce their presence in the American League playoff picture with authority. All summer, the Royals hung around on the edge of that playoff picture before falling apart completely in September.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 3
Kansas City Royals news: Gold Gloves kick off the offseason
Bobby Witt Jr. and Maikel Garcia are the first Royals left infield duo to win Gold Gloves: It’s the first time in franchise history that the Royals’ left
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 2
Bobby Witt Jr., Maikel Garcia win Gold Glove Awards
The Royals love to pride themselves on their defense, and this year, two infielders were recognized for being the best. Bobby Witt Jr. and Maikel Garcia each won Gold Glove Awards for defensive excellence, as Rawlings Baseball announced its 2025 winners on Sunday evening.
Michael Lorenzen News / Royals Review / November 2
Royals decline mutual option on Michael Lorenzen
With the World Series over, the offseason has begun! The Royals got a head start on their offseason by declining the $12 million mutual option for Michael Lorenzen, according to MLB.com reporter Anne Rogers.
MJ Melendez News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 1
Royals Facing Decision On Young Outfielder After Poor 2025 Season
The Kansas City Royals are ready to turn the page after a disappointing 2025 season that saw them finish 82-80 and third in the American League Central.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 1
Kansas City Royals news: Today is the last day of baseball
Anne Rogers provides an off-season primer for Royals fans. The offseason will be all about the offense again for the Royals, who will target outfield help but also have enough defensive versatility that they don’t have to close the door on infielders.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 31
Royals Expected To Move On From Two Veterans This Winter
The Kansas City Royals are entering a critical offseason after finishing 82-80 and missing out on a second straight postseason appearance. Despite a strong year from their pitching staff, the offense simply didn’t do enough, scoring just 651 runs, the third-fewest in the American League.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 31
Royals Could Cut Ties With Former Rookie Of The Year After Disastrous Season
The Kansas City Royals took a swing at the trade market last offseason, and so far, that swing has backfired in a big way. Because they badly needed a leadoff hitter to maximize the talents of shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.
Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / October 26
Six Takeaways From the Kansas City Royals’ 2025 Season
The Kansas City Royals finished 82-80, good for third in the AL Central this season. For the Royals, it’s only the second winning season for the club since winning the 2015 World Series (the other being last year).
Bobby Witt Jr. News / Athlon Sports / October 23
Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. News Emerges After Missing MLB Playoffs
The Kansas City Royals missed out on the MLB playoffs in 2025, finishing third in the AL Central with an 82–80 record. Despite a frustrating finish to the regular season, the organization’s outlook remains promising with Bobby Witt Jr.
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / October 19
Three questions facing the Kansas City Royals this offseason
The Kansas City Royals were hoping to build off their unexpected playoff push in 2024.
Jac Caglianone News / Just Baseball / October 3
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly From Jac Caglianone’s Debut
There were high expectations among Royals fans for rookie Jac Caglianone, the Kansas City Royals‘ first-round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. When the Royals called him up in June, “Cags Mania” was at an all-time high, especially with the Kansas City offense scuffling to start the season.
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / October 2
Potential MLB managerial candidate gets high praise from Royals superstar
While the MLB postseason may be the focus at the moment, there are already plenty of rumors about who might fill various open manager roles around the league.
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