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Bobby Witt Jr. News / Royals Review / November 14

Bobby Witt Jr. finishes fourth in MVP voting

Even in a down year, Bobby Witt Jr. is among the best in baseball. The Royals shortstop finished fourth in American League MVP voting in results released Thursday, behind winner Aaron Judge of the Yankees.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 14

Kansas City Royals news: Kris Bubic drawing trade interest

At The Athletic ($), Will Sammon writes that Kris Bubic is popular in trade talks. Darragh McDonald also talks about this article at MLB Trade Rumors: As Sammon points out, another thing working in the club’s favor is that a lot of other pitchers with upside are seemingly unavailable.

Kris Bubic News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13

Royals' Kris Bubic drawing trade interest, and a lot is working in Kansas City's favor

Royals left-hander Kris Bubic is drawing interest from multiple unspecified clubs.

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Cole Ragans News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 13

Royals star a hot trade candidate who could be moved, but it’s not Cole Ragans

With the GM Winter Meetings going on, plenty of rumors involving free agency and the trade buzz are kicking around. The San Francisco Giants and Kansas City Royals traded pitchers earlier in the week, with Mason Black going to KC and Logan Martin going to SF.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 13

Royals All-Star Has Multiple Suitors, Could Be Traded: Report

For a team not necessarily expected to spend big in free agency, the Kansas City Royals are generating a lot of early offseason buzz. The Royals are clearly motivated to get back to the playoffs after their 82-80 season, and improving the offense is the most obvious goal, particularly in the outfield.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 13

Royals Eyeing Cardinals All-Star Infielder As Potential Offseason Target

The Kansas City Royals had a disappointing 2025 season, going 82-80 and falling short of the postseason. Their offense certainly let them down, scoring the third-fewest runs in the American League.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 13

Royals' Lofty Free Agency Goals Revealed By MLB Insider

After a disappointing season, the Kansas City Royals are setting their sights on a return to the playoffs in 2026. It's not much of a secret that the Royals' offense was what cost them a shot at October.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 13

Mariners Resurgent Star Projected To Sign $42 Million Royals Deal

There are a lot of ways the Kansas City Royals could go about upgrading the offense this winter, but any moves they make will have to fit within a reasonably tight budget.

J.J. Picollo News / Royals Review / November 13

Picollo: Royals seeking everyday left-fielder and right-handed bat

General managers are meeting this week in Las Vegas, laying the groundwork for deals this offseason. Free agency is officially open, and the Royals have clear needs in their lineup.

Brendan Donovan News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13

Royals, Guardians among teams interested in Brendan Donovan

Cardinals infielder/outfielder Brendan Donovan figures to be one of the most sought after trade candidates this offseason. Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Royals and Guardians are two of the clubs interested in acquiring him.

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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 13

Should the Royals forfeit a draft pick to sign a big free agent?

Free agency has officially begun, and the Royals certainly have clear needs they will need to address, particularly in the outfield. While the Royals sound more willing to explore the trade path than a free agent market that is thin in outfielders, they have also shown to be flexible and adapt to the market.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 13

Royals Linked Once More To Ex-Giants Slugger In Search Of Lineup Boost

The Kansas City Royals have some holes to fill this offseason. Their offense was a major problem in 2025 and cost them a chance to reach the postseason.

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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / November 13

Kansas City Royals news: A new offensive philosophy?

The Royals believe a new focus from the coaching staff can turn around the offense ($): Their preparation for a job interview with the Royals prompted the same conclusions the Royals reached long ago: They have to make better decisions in the batter’s box.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 13

Royals Could Pursue Big Second Base Upgrade After Disappointing 2025 Season

The Kansas City Royals had a disappointing 2025 season, going 82-80 and ultimately missing the playoffs. Their offense let them down and played the biggest role in their failure this season.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / November 12

Royals GM details hopes, potential 2026 plan for Caglianone

Royals GM details hopes, potential 2026 plan for Jac Caglianone

Major League Baseball got its first taste of Jac Caglianone last season. Now Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Piccolo is hoping for a longer, more improved look from the regarded prospect in 2026.

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 12

Royals Could Be Perfect Fit For 2x All-Star Coming Off Breakout 2025 Season

The Kansas City Royals fell short in 2025 thanks in large part to their lack of offense. That is something that will need to be improved if they want to make a run in 2026.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 11

Royals are evaluating the outfielder trade market

The outfield in Kansas City has been a weak spot for years. 2025 was no exception.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / November 11

Red Sox, Angels Linked To Royals As Potential Outfield Trade Partners

The Kansas City Royals desperately need outfield help, and two potential trade suitors could be emerging. Following a season where their outfielders finished dead last in wins above replacement, the Royals sent trade deadline acquisition Mike Yastrzemski to free agency.