Kansas City Royals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

All Eyes on Royals 23-Year-Old Slugger During World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic is finally back, with games set to begin soon. A handful of Kansas City Royals players will take part in this year’s international tournament.

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Should the Royals sign anyone else to a long-term deal?

The Royals did not make big moves this offseason, but arguably the biggest move they made was signing All-Star infielder Maikel Garcia to a five-year, $57.5 million contract.

Kendry Chourio News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 4

Royals Latest Prospect Rankings Suggest 18-Year-Old is Bound for Stardom

One of the best jolts a Major League Baseball organization can receive is a true breakout season from a prospect. Sure, Kansas City Royals pitching phenom Kendry Chourio is still only 18, and hasn't yet thrown a pitch above Low-A.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 4

Royals add sideline reporter Bridget Howard to broadcasts

The Royals announced an addition to the TV broadcast team today, with Bridget Howard coming on as a sideline reporter. Joel Goldberg, who had sideline reporter duties before, will continue as the co-host of the pre- and post-game shows with Jeff Montgomery.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'American League Cy Young winners' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 4

MLB Mock Trade: Royals Make Blockbuster Move, Land Nationals All-Star SS

The Kansas City Royals have made a few solid moves this offseason, including a contract extension for third baseman Maikel Garcia and a trade for outfielder Isaac Collins.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / March 4

Kansas City Royals news: Bobby leads USA in opener

MLB.com’s Anne Rogers reports on the Kansas City Royals officially adding outfielder Starling Marte to the roster and what his goals are in 2026. “[Marte] is a longtime proven right-handed bat in the big leagues,” manager Matt Quatraro said.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Fantasy Baseball Draft Shortstop 2026: Is Bobby Witt Jr. the Clear No. 1?

Shortstop is one of the deepest positions in 2026 fantasy baseball. Just about every fantasy baseball ranking system has Bobby Witt Jr. as their No. 1 fantasy baseball shortstop.

Starling Marte News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals' New Addition Shares Big Goals for 2026

The Kansas City Royals bolstered their outfield depth with a key signing over the weekend, as they added veteran outfielder Starling Marte on a one-year, $1 million contract for the 2026 season.

Kansas City Royals News / New Baseball Media / March 3

2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals struggled to generate offense outside of the “big three,” a reason the team failed to make the playoffs in 2025. Depth in that regard was a major focus for the Royals, as several new outfielders joined the club for the 2026 season.

Drew Waters News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals 27-Year-Old Facing Uphill Battle to Keep Roster Spot

There are always some players in spring training dealing with more pressure than others, and for Kansas City Royals outfielder Drew Waters, the pressure is higher than ever.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 3

Royals Designate Veteran Outfielder for Assignment Amid Roster Moves

The Kansas City Royals on Monday officially signed outfielder Starling Marte, adding depth to both the outfield and their right-handed hitting options.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Dairon Blanco News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 2

Royals Designate Dairon Blanco For Assignment

The Royals announced they’ve designated outfielder Dairon Blanco for assignment. That’s the necessary 40-man roster move to finalize their one-year deal with Starling Marte, which is official.

Starling Marte News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 2

Royals Should Have One More Move Up Their Sleeve After Starling Marte

The Kansas City Royals made what could be their final move of the offseason on Saturday, signing veteran outfielder Starling Marte to a one-year contract.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 2

Why Ex-Mets Starling Marte Became Royals Target, Per Insider

Free-agent signings at the end of February are pretty rare, but the Royals managed to land Major League Baseball's active career stolen base leader. According to multiple reports, the Royals finalized a one-year, major league contract with former New York Mets All-Star Starling Marte on Saturday.

Jac Caglianone News / Royals Review / March 2

Jac Caglianone is off to a great Spring Training start

The single most important Kansas City Royal player in 2026 (non-Bobby Witt Jr. division) is Jac Caglianone by a mile. Cags’ rookie campaign in 2025 was a disaster; he didn’t hit well, he didn’t field well, and the end result was a negative Wins Above Replacement campaign.

Luinder Avila News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 2

Royals Prospect Eyeing Potential Role With Strong Spring Performance

The Kansas City Royals have plenty to look forward to in the 2026 season. The club made several notable additions during the offseason and is counting on continued development from some of its young players.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 28

Royals continue outfield revamp with Starling Marte

The Kansas City Royals have actively revamped their outfield during the offseason. Those changes continued on Saturday.

Why opponents should be terrified of Yankees' Aaron Judge

Athletics' most important prospect tests franchise’s long-term vision

Freddy Peralta may be more than a rental for the Mets

Daulton Varsho set to have breakout season for Blue Jays

Dodgers may not have key starter for Opening Day

Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28

Royals rumors: Kansas City discussing contract in free agency with 2-time All-Star outfielder

The Kansas City Royals and two-time All-Star outfielder Starling Marte are reportedly discussing a contract in MLB free agency, per MLB insider Jon Heyman.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27

Did Royals’ manager just reveal Bobby Witt Jr.’s WBC lineup placement?

Kansas City Royals infielder Bobby Witt Jr. is one of the biggest rising stars in the sport. He is already considered a Top 3 shortstop and maybe the best in the game.

Maikel Garcia News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Can We Rely on Maikel Garcia in Kansas City for 2026 Fantasy Baseball?

When a player doubles his HR output in a season, he gets noticed. He rises up the fantasy baseball draft boards. Owners salivate that he can build on that tally.

Stephen Kolek News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 27

Royals’ Stephen Kolek Diagnosed With Oblique Strain

Royals righty Stephen Kolek has been diagnosed with a “Grade 1+” strain of his oblique, per Anne Rogers of MLB.com. Kolek’s original diagnosis of a strain came yesterday, but the Royals sent him for additional testing — the results of which they’ve now received.

Kansas City Royals News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

Kansas City Royals Roster Unleashed: A Look Into The Team’s 2026 Game Plan

The Kansas City Royals had a disappointing exit in 2025. They failed to make the playoffs, but they look forward to having a strong run in 20226. The Royals finished just two games ahead of the .500 mark in the AL Central last year.

Stephen Kolek News / Field Level Media / February 26

Royals RHP Stephen Kolek dealing with left oblique strain

Kansas City Royals right-hander Stephen Kolek will miss at least five to seven days and possibly longer after sustaining a left oblique strain. Kolek felt tightness in his left side while warming up for a relief appearance during Wednesday's spring training game against the Seattle Mariners.