Kansas City Royals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Royals lose slugfest in series finale against Cardinals

The Cardinals jumped the Royals for 5 runs in the top of the first inning and held on to defeat the Royals 12-10 in a Father’s Day matinee, salvaging the series and avoiding the sweep.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 20

Royals chase first home sweep of Cardinals in 25 years

The Kansas City Royals can earn their first home sweep against their Battle of Missouri rivals in 25 years when they face the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday.

Matt Moore News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Royals sign 13-year veteran southpaw to minor league contract

The Kansas City Royals announced Saturday that they have signed 13-year MLB veteran left-handed pitcher Matt Moore to a minor league contract. Moore, who just turned 37 years old two days ago, last appeared in the Major Leagues with the Los Angeles Angels in 2024.

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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 20

Royals sign veteran left-handed pitcher Matt Moore

The Royals have been searching under every rock to build up their pitching depth after recent injuries have decimated their staff. After acquiring Connor Seabold and Randy Dobnak earlier this week, today they signed veteran pitcher Matt Moore to a minor league deal.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Kansas City Royals News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Royals Sign 13-Year Veteran Southpaw to Minor League Deal

The Kansas City Royals are adding a 13-year veteran to boost their pitching depth. According to the team’s player development account, the Royals signed left-hander Matt Moore to a minor league deal Saturday.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Field Level Media / June 20

Royals hope Bobby Witt Jr. (knee) doesn't need first IL stint

Since making the Kansas City Royals' roster out of spring training in 2022, Bobby Witt Jr. has not needed a trip to the injured list. Though the two-time All-Star shortstop missed his first game of the season Friday against the St.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Royals’ Tyler Tolbert, Michael Massey connect for unreal out vs. Cardinals

The Kansas City Royals produced one of the season’s best defensive plays Friday night, with Tyler Tolbert and Michael Massey right in the middle of it.

Tyler Tolbert News / Royals Review / June 20

Kansas City Royals news: Tyler Tolbert has a night

Blair Kerkhoff writes that Tyler Tolbert came up big in the Friday win over the Cardinals. “You never know when your name is going to be called,” Tolbert said.

Seth Lugo News / Field Level Media / June 19

Seth Lugo sharp in return as Royals hold off Cardinals

Seth Lugo returned from a scary injury and allowed an earned run over six innings, and Jac Caglianone homered with two RBIs, as the Kansas City Royals held on for their third straight win, 6-5 over the visiting St.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Bobby Witt Jr. Out Of Lineup With MCL Sprain

AL MVP candidate Bobby Witt Jr. is dealing with a Grade 1 sprain of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his right knee. Witt is not available for tonight’s game against the Cardinals.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Kansas City Royals News / ESPN / June 19

Royals' Witt out with mild MCL sprain, avoids IL

Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Cardinals with a grade-1 MCL sprain.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Royals Provide Bobby Witt Jr. Update Before Cardinals Game

The Kansas City Royals suffered a major injury scare on Thursday when Bobby Witt Jr.left in the middle of their game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Witt landed hard on his right knee while fielding a ground ball in the top of the fourth inning, and was replaced by Tyler Tolbert in the bottom half of the frame.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 19

Royals' Salvador Perez Breaks Tie With George Brett for Kauffman History

The Kansas City Royals took a commanding 14-6 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. The offense took control, with the majority of the Royals' lineup collecting multiple hits.

Seth Lugo News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Royals Make Roster Decision After Seth Lugo Move

The Kansas City Royals announced some roster moves following a 14-6 victory against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday in their series opener. The Royals announced that right-handed pitcher Seth Lugo was reinstated from the 7-day concussion injured list.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 19

Royals Reacts Results: The Royals shouldn’t limit themselves

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Kansas City Royals fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Kansas City Royals News / HITC / June 19

Kansas City Royals send message to England after World Cup team visit MLB side

The England soccer team have been taking in the sights during their stay in North America for the 2026 World Cup. After securing a 4-2 win over Croatia on Wednesday, the Three Lions return to World Cup action next week, facing off with Ghana at the Boston Stadium.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 19

Royals throttle Cardinals but lose Bobby Witt Jr. to concerning injury

Bobby Witt Jr. homered and was one of seven Kansas City players with at least two hits -- but later exited with right knee discomfort.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 18

Royals Rookie Turns Heads With Strong Bounce-Back Performance

The Kansas City Royals avoided a sweep by the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, winning the series finale 6-2. While the offense took control early with solo home runs from Carter Jensen, Lane Thomas, John Rave and Michael Massey, the pitching staff did its part as well.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Yardbarker / June 17

Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. quietly on a historic pace

Witt's career pace in several statistical categories might surprise you.

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Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / June 16

Astros' Yordan Alvarez hits 2-run homer, slam in first inning

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Royals pitcher Seth Lugo placed on concussion IL after taking line drive to the head

The Royals placed starter Seth Lugo on the seven-day concussion injured list.

Seth Lugo exits game after taking a 107 mph line drive to the head

Royals' Jac Caglianone has broken his early-season slump in a big way

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Jac Caglianone News / Yardbarker / June 12

Royals' Jac Caglianone has broken his early-season slump in a big way

Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone has turned a corner in June, batting .476 (10-for-21) with three home runs and seven RBI. His standout

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