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Royals' Matt Strahm Reveals Candid Reaction to Phillies Trade

Matt Strahm's career came full circle somewhat unexpectedly at age 34. Strahm, the 2024 All-Star who spent the last three seasons as a key member of the Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen, was traded to the Kansas City Royals on Dec.

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Who is the most underrated player in Royals history?

Last week I asked who is the most underrated player on this Royals team. But who is the most underrated player in franchise history? The Royals have had unheralded players come up with big hits in key situations, guys like Buddy Biancalana, Dane Iorg, and Christian Colon.

Eric Hosmer News / Royals Review / March 6

Eric Hosmer to join Royals TV broadcasts

The Royals announced today that former Royals All-Star Eric Hosmer will be joining TV broadcasts as an analyst. His first game will be on Friday, March 13 against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 6

Royals Worldwide: WBC Energy Meets Spring Training Decisions

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco dive into the growing excitement surrounding the World Baseball Classic while breaking down the latest developments from Kansas City Royals spring training.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season leaders' quiz

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 6

Kansas City Royals news: Royals Release Spring Breakout roster

Anne Rogers has the skinny on the Royals Spring Breakout roster: What is Spring Breakout? In 2026, MLB Spring Breakout will again be a four-day event showcasing baseball’s future — the current stars of Minor League Baseball – in 16 exhibition games played between teams composed of each MLB organization’s top prospects.

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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.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 5

ESPN Brutally Disrespects Royals Star in MLB Top 100 Player Rankings

When it comes to the national perception of the Kansas City Royals, folks typically give shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. his due, but not Witt's teammates. That fact was unfortunately on display on Wednesday, when ESPN rolled out its Top 100 MLB Player rankings to kick off the new season.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 5

Which Royals player makes you the most nervous this year?

Spring is a time for hope. But in the back of the minds of even the most optimistic Royals fan there are concerns about how it could all go wrong. Which players give you cause for concern?

Kansas City Royals News / Stadium Rant / March 5

Kansas City Royals 2026 Season Preview: Contenders Or Pretenders?

The Kansas City Royals are hoping for a comeback campaign in 2026 after a disappointing 80-82 record in the American League Central, and they have the tools to make it happen.

Kendry Chourio News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 4

Royals Latest Prospect Rankings Suggest 18-Year-Old is Bound for Stardom

One of the best jolts a Major League Baseball organization can receive is a true breakout season from a prospect. Sure, Kansas City Royals pitching phenom Kendry Chourio is still only 18, and hasn't yet thrown a pitch above Low-A.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 4

Royals add sideline reporter Bridget Howard to broadcasts

The Royals announced an addition to the TV broadcast team today, with Bridget Howard coming on as a sideline reporter. Joel Goldberg, who had sideline reporter duties before, will continue as the co-host of the pre- and post-game shows with Jeff Montgomery.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 4

MLB Mock Trade: Royals Make Blockbuster Move, Land Nationals All-Star SS

The Kansas City Royals have made a few solid moves this offseason, including a contract extension for third baseman Maikel Garcia and a trade for outfielder Isaac Collins.

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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 / Royals Review / March 4

Kansas City Royals news: Bobby leads USA in opener

MLB.com’s Anne Rogers reports on the Kansas City Royals officially adding outfielder Starling Marte to the roster and what his goals are in 2026. “[Marte] is a longtime proven right-handed bat in the big leagues,” manager Matt Quatraro said.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Fantasy Baseball Draft Shortstop 2026: Is Bobby Witt Jr. the Clear No. 1?

Shortstop is one of the deepest positions in 2026 fantasy baseball. Just about every fantasy baseball ranking system has Bobby Witt Jr. as their No. 1 fantasy baseball shortstop.

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The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

Starling Marte News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals' New Addition Shares Big Goals for 2026

The Kansas City Royals bolstered their outfield depth with a key signing over the weekend, as they added veteran outfielder Starling Marte on a one-year, $1 million contract for the 2026 season.

Kansas City Royals News / New Baseball Media / March 3

2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals struggled to generate offense outside of the “big three,” a reason the team failed to make the playoffs in 2025. Depth in that regard was a major focus for the Royals, as several new outfielders joined the club for the 2026 season.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 3

What former Royals player would fit perfectly on this roster?

The Royals made some improvements to the roster in the offseason, but did not make the big move that fans may have wanted. Maybe that one big player wasn’t really available.

Drew Waters News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals 27-Year-Old Facing Uphill Battle to Keep Roster Spot

There are always some players in spring training dealing with more pressure than others, and for Kansas City Royals outfielder Drew Waters, the pressure is higher than ever.

Dairon Blanco News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 2

Royals Designate Dairon Blanco For Assignment

The Royals announced they’ve designated outfielder Dairon Blanco for assignment. That’s the necessary 40-man roster move to finalize their one-year deal with Starling Marte, which is official.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 28

Royals continue outfield revamp with Starling Marte

The Kansas City Royals have actively revamped their outfield during the offseason. Those changes continued on Saturday.

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Athletics' most important prospect tests franchise’s long-term vision

Freddy Peralta may be more than a rental for the Mets

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Maikel Garcia News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Can We Rely on Maikel Garcia in Kansas City for 2026 Fantasy Baseball?

When a player doubles his HR output in a season, he gets noticed. He rises up the fantasy baseball draft boards. Owners salivate that he can build on that tally.

Stephen Kolek News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 27

Royals’ Stephen Kolek Diagnosed With Oblique Strain

Royals righty Stephen Kolek has been diagnosed with a “Grade 1+” strain of his oblique, per Anne Rogers of MLB.com. Kolek’s original diagnosis of a strain came yesterday, but the Royals sent him for additional testing — the results of which they’ve now received.

Kansas City Royals News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

Kansas City Royals Roster Unleashed: A Look Into The Team’s 2026 Game Plan

The Kansas City Royals had a disappointing exit in 2025. They failed to make the playoffs, but they look forward to having a strong run in 20226. The Royals finished just two games ahead of the .500 mark in the AL Central last year.

Stephen Kolek News / Field Level Media / February 26

Royals RHP Stephen Kolek dealing with left oblique strain

Kansas City Royals right-hander Stephen Kolek will miss at least five to seven days and possibly longer after sustaining a left oblique strain. Kolek felt tightness in his left side while warming up for a relief appearance during Wednesday's spring training game against the Seattle Mariners.