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On YouTubeKansas City Royals News / Royals Review / February 17
Right-handed hitting outfielders the Royals could still trade for
It’s the first week of spring training, pitchers are climbing back onto the mound, hitters are getting their first swings in, and optimism is in the air.
Jonathan India News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 17
Royals 29-Year-Old Infielder Facing Pressure-Packed Season
The Kansas City Royals believe in second chances, and that's just what they granted second baseman Jonathan India this year. Last spring, India was the Royals' projected leadoff hitter in front of Bobby Witt Jr.
Kris Bubic News / Last Word On Sports / February 16
Kris Bubic’s Return Raises the Royals’ Rotation Ceiling in 2026
The Kris Bubic return to facing live hitters is more than a spring training update; it directly impacts the Royals’ 2026 rotation outlook. After emerging as one of the American League’s most effective starters in 2025, Bubic’s season ended with a left rotator cuff strain.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 16
Royals’ Reunion Hopes End as Former All-Star Joins Angels in Free Agency
The Kansas City Royals and general manager J.J. Picollo were active this offseason in preparation for the 2026 season. The Royals made several moves through trades, free-agent signings and contract extensions to address areas of need from last year.
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 / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 16
Royals Should Explore Reunion with Available Outfielder After Lack of Interest
The Kansas City Royals had a lackluster year offensively in 2025 and missed the playoffs as a result, finishing 82-80 and in third place in the American League Central.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / February 16
What would a successful 2026 season look like?
The Royals had made moves to contend in 2014, but still, their postseason run had a “we’re just happy to be here” feel, where every day the team was playing with house money.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 16
Royals Face Tough Decision With Several Candidates for Crucial 2026 Role
The Kansas City Royals fell short in 2025 due to a lack offense. They still finished 82-80 and weren't far back in the American League Wild Card race, but they also needed more offense this winter, and they got it with Isaac Collins and Lane Thomas.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / February 16
Royals Pitching Coach Brian Sweeney Joins the Show + FINAL RP Ranking
In this special Spring 2026 preview episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco sit down with Kansas City Royals pitching coach Brian Sweeney for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at how the organization is building its staff for the upcoming season.
Kris Bubic News / Royals Review / February 16
Kansas City Royals news: Is Kris Bubic ready to be an All-Star again?
Jalon Thompson talks to Kris Bubic as he ramps back up after an injury ended his season last year. Bubic faced several hitters during the live batting practice.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 15
Answering Biggest Question Facing Royals After Uneventful Offseason
The Kansas City Royals didn't have a huge offseason, which should be expected for them at this point. They don't have the big money to spend like the biggest markets in the league do.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 15
Journeyman Outfielder Heads To Rangers After Forgettable Stint With Royals
The Kansas City Royals have had a strong offseason, having signed Lane Thomas and traded for Isaac Collins, Matt Strahm and Nick Mears to bolster their roster for 2026.
Mark Canha News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15
Rangers Sign Mark Canha To Minor League Deal
The Rangers announced this morning that they’ve signed first baseman/outfielder Mark Canha to a minor league deal with an invite to big league Spring Training.
Salvador Perez News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 14
Royals Slugger Salvador Perez Quietly Fulfilled His Mother's Dreams
Salvador Perez is one of the best players in Kansas City Royals history. There are few players in the organization's history who have achieved as much as he has to this point.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 14
Ex-Royals Outfielder Linked to NL Central Team as Offseason Winds Down
The Kansas City Royals missed the postseason last year but have made some solid additions to the roster that have given them a chance to win the American League Central.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / February 14
Kansas City Royals news: Should Seth Lugo throw more heaters?
Jaylon Thompson talks to Alec Marsh, who was placed on the 60-day Injured List, about his setbacks. Marsh dealt with right-shoulder tightness after the 2024 season.
John Means News / Larry Brown Sports / February 13
Royals sign former All-Star who had just suffered a torn Achilles
The Kansas City Royals are taking a flier on a former All-Star pitcher on the mend. The Royals announced Friday that they are signing left-handed pitcher John Means to a two-year minor league contract.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 13
Minor league signing could pay major dividends for Royals
The Kansas City Royals added an intriguing piece to their pitching depth on Friday.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 13
Royals Sign All-Star Pitcher to 2-Year Deal After Heartbreaking Injury
The Kansas City Royals are gearing up for a postseason push this season. They've made a handful of moves, but it seems like the main goal of the offseason has been to develop the roster and get healthy.
Cole Ragans News / Kansas City Royals on SI / February 13
Royals Have Legit Reasons to Be Worried About Cole Ragans' Health
The Kansas City Royals have a very talented young roster right now. They're loaded with infielders including Bobby Witt Jr., Vinnie Pasquantino, Maikel Garcia, and Jonathan India.
MLB News / Royals Review / February 13
Should the Royals give Nick Castellanos opportunities to send a drive into deep left field?
The Kansas City Royals look to enter 2026 with a much-improved outfield over the, shall we say, less-than-stellar 2025 outfit. But they could still use another bat, preferably a right-handed hitter who could be a platoon guy as there’s a drive into deep left field by Castellanos.
Kris Bubic News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 11
Kris Bubic Wins Arbitration Hearing
Left-hander Kris Bubic won his arbitration hearing against the Royals, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. He’ll be paid the $6.15MM salary figure he and his reps at Apex Baseball submitted rather than the $5.15MM figure submitted by the team.
Kyle Wright News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Cubs To Sign Kyle Wright To Minor League Deal
Right-hander Kyle Wright is joining the Cubs on a minor league deal with an invite to big league camp, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The CAA client is looking to make it back to the majors for the first time in three years.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 8
Mets take a chance on former Royals prospect MJ Melendez
The New York Mets are taking a low-cost flier on a former top prospect who may simply need a change of scenery.
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