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This Bobby Witt Jr. Stat Will Leave MLB Fans Scratching Their Heads

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. is a part of what might be one of the most puzzling statistics from the start of the 2026 MLB season. Witt has been stranded 29 out of the 30 times he's reached base safely so far in 2026, as first pointed out by Dan Clark on X, formerly known as Twitter.

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This Bobby Witt Jr. stat is hard to believe

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. is coming off back-to-back All-Star seasons, and he is hoping to make it three straight this year. Through 16 games, Witt is hitting .271 with 7 RBIs and 8 stolen bases.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 13

It’s time for a significant Royals lineup switcheroo

There are a lot of things that you can’t control in baseball. Pitchers can’t control where a batter hits a ball, or even if they swing at all. Batters can’t really control where they hit the ball.

Michael Wacha News / Royals Review / April 13

Kansas City Royals news: Michael Wacha is dealing

Michael Wacha was in control all night in a win on Saturday, writes Anne Rogers. Since joining the Royals in 2024, Wacha has recorded a quality start in all seven outings against the White Sox.

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How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Royals Review / April 12

Royals blow lead, split series with White Sox in 6-5 loss

After a three-hour rain delay, the Kansas City Royals blew a lead, dropping the series finale to the Chicago White Sox, 6-5. The first three games all had final scores of 2-0, but this one was a fun, back and forth affair.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Tyler Gentry News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12

Tigers Sign Tyler Gentry To Minors Contract

The Tigers signed outfielder Tyler Gentry to a minor league deal, MLB.com’s Jason Beck reports. Gentry was released by the Royals at the end of Spring Training, and now moves onto a new team for the first time in his pro career.

Noah Cameron News / Field Level Media / April 12

Royals turn to Noah Cameron in series finale vs. White Sox

Dominance on the mound continues to fuel the Kansas City Royals in their extended home success against the Chicago White Sox. Following consecutive shutout victories, the Royals will aim for an eighth straight winning home series over the White Sox on Sunday afternoon.

Michael Wacha News / Field Level Media / April 11

Michael Wacha goes stellar eight innings as Royals blank White Sox

Michael Wacha struck out seven over eight stellar innings and Maikel Garcia clubbed a leadoff home run, as the Kansas City Royals continued their strong pitching in this series with Saturday's 2-0 victory over the visiting Chicago White Sox.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / April 11

Royals Reacts Results – Can’t get no relief

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 11

Runs in short supply for White Sox, Royals in series

The Kansas City Royals are scuffling at the plate, but their starting pitching continues to keep them competitive on the young season. Ageless veteran

Kris Bubic News / Field Level Media / April 10

Kris Bubic tosses gem as Royals blank White Sox

Kris Bubic allowed two hits and struck out a career-high 11 over seven stellar shutout innings, and Carter Jensen clubbed a solo home run, as the Kansas City Royals snapped a three-game skid with Friday night's 2-0 victory over the visiting Chicago White Sox.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / April 9

Kansas City Royals Roster Moves 04/09/2026

The Kansas City Royals start a series with the Chicago White Sox tonight. Kansas City has a 5-7 record heading into the four-game series with the White Sox.

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Cole Ragans News / Kansas City Royals on SI / April 9

Royals Pitcher Dodges Injury Scare After Line Drive to Hand

The Kansas City Royals rotation last season was plagued by injuries, as every pitcher in the Opening Day rotation dealt with some type of injury during the 2025 season.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Royals announce multiple roster moves ahead of White Sox clash

The Kansas City Royals made several roster moves on Thursday, reinforcing their bullpen ahead of a significant four-game series vs. the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium.

Bobby Witt Jr. News / Yardbarker / April 9

Royals MVP hopeful Witt is off to slow start during first two weeks

Royals MVP hopeful Bobby Witt Jr. is off to slow start during first two weeks

While the overall numbers aren't what everyone is used to seeing from Witt, there are enough positives to think that he could find his groove sooner rather than later.

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Cole Ragans News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

What Royals’ Cole Ragans said about making next start after 92.4 mph rocket to thumb

The Kansas City Royals lost to the Cleveland Guardians 10-2 on Wednesday, dropping the three-game set. Kansas City is 5-7 on the season and is dealing with an injury scare that could have shaken up their rotation.

Cole Ragans News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Royals Announce Cole Ragans News After Leaving Guardians Game

The Kansas City Royals entered Wednesday’s series finale against the Cleveland Guardians on the road looking to win the series with their ace on the mound in left-hander Cole Ragans.

Carter Jensen News / Kansas City Royals on SI / April 8

Royals’ 22-Year-Old Displaying Elite Power at the Plate Early in 2026

The Kansas City Royals are off to a 5-6 start through their first 11 games of the 2026 season and are currently tied for second place in the AL Central with the Minnesota Twins.

Jac Caglianone News / Total Pro Sports / April 8

Who Is Jac Caglianone’s Fiancée Elli Mckissock? The Pro Defensive Volleyball Player

Jac Caglianone’s rise in MLB has come with plenty of attention, but off-field, there’s a steady presence who’s been part of the journey long before the big-league buzz.

Carter Jensen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Alarm clock jokes pour in after another Royals’ Carter Jensen home run

Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen made headlines when he was infamously scratched from the lineup due to oversleeping. But now he’s giving Kansas City fans another reason to remember his name.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Royals Activate Michael Massey From IL, Option Nick Loftin

Second baseman Michael Massey is back with the Royals after missing the first three series of the year with a calf strain. The 28-year-old went down with the injury during MLB Spring Training in early March, but it was deemed minor at the time.

Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / April 6

Kansas City Royals Roster Moves 04/06/2026

The Kansas City Royals have started their season out 4-5 after losing two of three to the Milwaukee Brewers. Tonight, they start a new series with AL Central Division rival Cleveland Guardians.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / April 6

Royals Monday Review: Early Standouts and Struggles Through 1 Week

The Kansas City Royals are looking to return to the postseason this year after missing out last season. Since their 2024 campaign, when they got a taste of playoff baseball, they have aimed to get back to October.

Kansas City Royals News / Inside The Diamonds / April 3

Kansas City Royals Roster Moves 04/03/2026

The Kansas City Royals are coming off a series win against the fellow Central Division Minnesota Twins. The Royals start a new series tonight on AppleTv when they visit the Milwaukee Brewers.

Carter Jensen News / Yardbarker / April 2

Ya snooze, ya lose: Royals catcher held out of lineup for relatable reason

Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen was a late scratch from the lineup Thursday afternoon. The reason is something everyone can relate to.

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1

Royals Place Carlos Estévez On Injured List

The Royals announced that right-hander Carlos Estévez has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to March 29th, with a left foot contusion.

Carlos Estevez News / Yardbarker / March 29