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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.

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Consistency is the Name of the Game for Royals Prospect Sam Kulasingam

As the MLB season comes to a close for the Royals and the minor league season ends, it is a good time to look at potential future Royals. One of those players is Sam Kulasingam, who continues to produce in the Royals minor league system.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / September 23

Kansas City Royals news: Last stand starts with a whimper

MLB Trade Rumors’ Steve Adams looks ahead to the cold outlook for the Royals this coming offseason. Although the 2026 season was an immense disappointment, it’s unlikely that there will be sweeping changes made to organizational leadership.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / September 22

Inspired Royals offense not enough to overcome uninspired Royals pitching

The last time I was physically here at Kauffman Stadium for a baseball game was on September 4, where I witnessed Daniel Lynch IV immediately give up five runs in two innings and functionally take the Royals out of the contest before it began.

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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.

White Sox keep pace in AL Central by outslugging Royals 14-11

White Sox have more favorable pitching matchups than Guardians amid crucial final week

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Tony Gonsolin News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 22

Tony Gonsolin Set to Make Royals Debut After Long Road Back From Injury

The Kansas City Royals made some roster moves ahead of their series opener against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday. The Royals announced that right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin has returned from his rehab assignment and has been reinstated from the injured list.

Carter Jensen News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Royals' Carter Jensen Sets Rookie Record

Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen continued his strong rookie campaign on Saturday. Despite the Royals’ 6-5 loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the 23-year-old backstop clubbed his 25th home run in the top of the third inning.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 22

Royals Begin Final Homestand Looking to Spoil White Sox Playoff Chances: Stats and Trends to Keep an Eye on

It is officially the final set of series for the Royals in 2026 as they begin a six-game homestand against the White Sox and Guardians. The Royals have the ultimate chance to play spoiler for both series as both teams coming to town have not finalized their playoff spots yet.

Craig Kimbrel News / The Spun / September 22

Brother of Longtime MLB Star Craig Kimbrel Dead at 36

The brother of longtime Major League Baseball star Craig Kimbrel has passed away. He was 36 years old. Matt Kimbrel, the brother of the flame-throwing closer, was killed in a motorcycle crash in Alabama.

John Rave News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 21

Royals Outfielder John Rave's Play Gives Royals Interesting Dilemma Heading into 2027

It is the final stretch of the season, and the Royals have been in an evaluation period for the 2027 season. One of the interesting spots on the roster heading into 2027 will be who takes the fourth outfielder role going forward?

Craig Kimbrel News / Field Level Media / September 21

Brother of Craig Kimbrel dies in motorcycle crash

The younger brother of nine-time All-Star reliever Craig Kimbrel was killed in a weekend motorcycle crash in Huntsville, Ala. Matt Kimbrel, 36, a former minor league pitcher with the Atlanta Braves, died Saturday morning after colliding with a dump truck, police said.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Carter Jensen News / Kansas City Royals on SI / September 20

Royals' Carter Jensen Claims Franchise Rookie Home Run Throne

What a season Kansas City Royals rookie catcher Carter Jensen is having. Entering Saturday’s 6-5 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Kansas City native was just one home run shy of setting the Royals’ all-time rookie home run record.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 16

Astros stumble against Royals, fall into tie for first in AL West

John Rave and Michael Massey smacked home runs in support of left-hander Daniel Lynch IV, who twirled five shutout innings to lead the visiting Kansas City Royals to a 5-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday.

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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.

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Bobby Witt Jr. News / Viral Sports News / September 15

Kansas City Royals Announce Major Bobby Witt Jr. News

The Kansas City Royals named shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. their nominee for Major League Baseball’s 2026 Roberto Clemente Award on Monday, hours before the club opened a three-game series against the Houston Astros.

Kansas City Royals News / Viral Sports News / September 14

Kansas City Royals Cut Ties With Former First-Round Pick

The Kansas City Royals have released 26-year-old outfielder Connor Scott from Double-A Northwest Arkansas, ending the former first-round pick’s second stint in the organization.

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.

Spencer Bivens News / Viral Sports News / September 13

Royals Acquire 32-Year-Old Pitcher in Post-Deadline Move

The Kansas City Royals claimed right-handed pitcher Spencer Bivens off waivers from the San Francisco Giants on Saturday and immediately optioned him to Triple-A Omaha, via the MLB transaction log.

Kansas City Royals News / New Baseball Media / September 10

2026 MLB Draft Review: Kansas City Royals

Look, Major League teams don’t draft for need. However, the Royals, a team that’s had a well-documented need for impact outfielders, will hope that Zion Rose can become a fixture in Kansas City’s lineup for years to come.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Field Level Media / September 9

Bobby Witt Jr.'s blast helps Royals avoid sweep at hands of D-backs

Bobby Witt Jr. hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the fifth inning and the Kansas City Royals avoided a three-game sweep at the hands of the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks with a 5-2 victory Wednesday night.

Brandon Drury News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 8

Royals Release Brandon Drury

The Royals have released infielder Brandon Drury, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He is now a free agent and eligible to sign with any club.

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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Kansas City Royals News / Athlon Sports / September 6