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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / October 16
Why the Royals’ New Stadium Might Fail the (Batter’s) Eye, Ear Test
The Royals unveiled their new downtown ballpark renderings, and the first thing people noticed was a fountain in the batter’s eye. That is roughly where the skepticism started.
Seth Lugo News / Royals Review / October 16
2026 Royals season in review: Seth Lugo
Last season, the Royals faced a crossroads with Seth Lugo. As they approached the trade deadline, there was healthy debate over whether the Royals should trade Lugo and try to acquire younger talent, or whether they should keep him to finish the year and bring him back for 2026.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / October 16
Kansas City Royals news: Downtown ballpark designs
Pete Grathoff covers the new stadium renderings for the Star. “You said you wanted Crown Vision. Crown Vision will be here, but in a bigger and better way,” Sherman said at Thursday’s news conference.
The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz
MLB has been awarding the National League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1977 season. How many of the winners can you name in six minutes?
Adrian Morejon News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 15
If Royals Want to Improve Bullpen in 2027, Adrian Morejon Needs to be One of Their Targets in Free Agency
The Royals bullpen in 2026 became a focal point of the struggles in the season, as no one could really stand out outside of Daniel Lynch IV, before his transition back to being a starting pitcher.
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
Michael Massey News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 15
Michael Massey Showed What he can bring to the Table for the Royals in 2026
There were a lot of things wrong with the Royals this season, but one of the biggest positives to come out of it was the play of Michael Massey. The second baseman put together his best season overall and seemed to solidify his role going forward within the Royals organization.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 14
Four Royals Named Finalists for Gold Glove Award after 2026 Season
With the offseason starting up, it also coincides with award season, and the Royals have a chance to see multiple Gold Glove winners across the infield.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 14
Two Contract Decisions Facing the Royals This Offseason
While the Kansas City Royals need to focus on bolstering their roster this offseason, they also have decisions to make regarding several contracts. Two young players had seasons that make potential contract extensions worth discussing.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 13
Two Pitchers Who Could Solve Many of the Royals' Bullpen Issues
The Kansas City Royals' bullpen finished the 2026 season with a 5.07 ERA, the second-highest in baseball, according to FanGraphs. It is clear what needs to be done this offseason.
Bobby Witt Jr. News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 13
Royals Star Bobby Witt Jr. Had an Odd Season Despite Putting Together Another Stellar Year
As the Royals begin preparations for the offseason, they won't have to worry about their shortstop as Bobby Witt Jr. continues to be one of the most valuable players in the American League.
Michael Wacha News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 12
Royals' Michael Wacha Draws Trade Attention as Offseason Begins
It may be early in the offseason, but it’s never too early to start talking about trade chips. The Kansas City Royals may have endured a disappointing season, but they still have players on their roster who could be trade candidates this offseason.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / October 7
Kansas City Royals Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions
Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / October 3
Three questions facing the Kansas City Royals this offseason
There was plenty of optimism surrounding the Kansas City Royals heading into 2026. Instead, the Royals imploded.
Luke Little News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 2
Royals Outright Luke Little
The Royals assigned left-hander Luke Little outright to Triple-A Omaha, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. The log indicates that Kansas City technically designated him for assignment on Monday, though the team never announced the move.
Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / September 29
Report: Royals to reassign co-hitting coach Alec Zumwalt
After serving as a Kansas City Royals hitting coach for a majority of the past five seasons, Alec Zumwalt was removed from his post Tuesday but will remain in the organization, The Athletic reported.
Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29
Royals To Replace Hitting Coach Alec Zumwalt
The Royals are planning to replace hitting coach Alec Zumwalt, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. He’s being reassigned within the organization and not fired, however.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27
Vinnie Pasquantino (2 HRs), Royals edge Guardians in season finale
Vinnie Pasquantino's second solo homer of the day broke an eighth-inning tie and sent the Kansas City Royals to a 3-2 victory over the visiting Cleveland Guardians on Sunday.
Michael Wacha News / Field Level Media / September 26
Guardians, clinging to AL Central lead, face Michael Wacha and Royals
Cleveland is doing its best to hold onto the American League Central lead but will face a stiff challenge on Saturday night from Kansas City's Michael Wacha, who has dominated the Guardians this season.
Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / September 24
The Royals Have at Least Found Their Core This Season
On the surface, the 2026 Kansas City Royals‘ season has been a huge disappointment. That’s in sharp contrast to how things were feeling just two years ago.
Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / September 24
Randy Dobnak Has Been a Surprise Story on the 2026 Royals
The Kansas City Royals entered the 2026 season in hopes of writing the wrongs of the 2025 season and recapturing the euphoric feeling they felt the year prior in their surprise run to the ALDS.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23
White Sox blow chance to clinch wild card, playoff spot with loss to Royals
The Chicago White Sox lost an opportunity to clinch the third American League wild card, a playoff spot and a chance to move into first place in the Central Division with a 5-4 loss at the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 23
Randal Grichuk and Chase Meidroth power White Sox win at Royals
The White Sox overcame another collapse by the bullpen late to earn the critical win.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 22
White Sox beat Royals despite another bullpen collapse
The Chicago White Sox bullpen allowed seven runs in the last two innings, but they survived for a 14-11 win at the Kansas City Royals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16
2026 White Sox in danger of becoming 2003 Royals
There are still questions surrounding the White Sox: Can they hold on to a playoff berth, and can they prove that the 2026 season is more than a flash in the pan? Otherwise, they may end up sharing the same fate as the 2003 Royals.
Matt Strahm News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13
Matt Strahm Undergoes Knee Surgery
Left-handed reliever Matt Strahm recently underwent surgery on his right knee, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. It is not clear exactly which type of procedure was performed.
Nate Pearson News / Yardbarker / September 8
Nate Pearson has found his home in Royals bullpen
Across his first 15 relief appearances with the Royals, Pearson logged an impressive 0.61 ERA, demonstrating his ability to provide shutdown innings in high-leverage situations.
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