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Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / August 19
The Royals went all-in on college pitchers in 2018. How did it turn out?
In 2018, the Royals received two compensatory draft picks for the departure of free agents Lorenzo Cain and Eric Hosmer, in addition to a Competitive Balance Round A pick, giving them 5 of the top 60 picks.
Lucas Erceg News / Royals Review / August 18
Lucas Erceg demoted, Carlos Durán called up
The Royals were hoping Lucas Erceg could be the shutdown reliever in their bullpen. Instead, he has struggled with his command all year and has been a big reason why they have the second-worst bullpen ERA in baseball.
Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 18
Carlos Duran Set to Make Royals Team Debut After Lucas Erceg Optioned
Before their second game of the series against the Athletics, the Kansas City Royals announced some eye-catching roster moves. Following another rough outing, right-handed pitcher Lucas Erceg was optioned to Triple-A Omaha.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / August 18
The biggest excuse for the Royals offense has now expired
There is a lot of incentive for Kansas City Royals principal owner John Sherman, general manager JJ Picollo, and manager Matt Quatraro to make excuses for this year’s poor team performance.
Noah Cameron News / Royals Review / August 18
Cameron Looks Unstoppable While the Royals’ Roster Keeps Shifting
The Kansas City Royals finally won a road series, and Noah Cameron made sure the finale was memorable with a one-hit complete-game shutout in Anaheim that Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco treat as the centerpiece of this episode.
Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / August 18
This Week in the Minors: Lucas Braun continues to impress
This Week in the Minors is our weekly look at notable performances from all over the system, from big-name prospects and less-heralded guys alike. The mission is to answer this simple question: “Who had a good week?” The Storm Chasers lost 3 of 4 to the Columbus Clippers, with two games being rained out.
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / August 17
Royals move on from Starling Marte
The Kansas City Royals took a low-cost flier that Starling Marte could help improve their lineup in 2026.
Starling Marte News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17
Royals Designate Starling Marte For Assignment
The Royals announced that infielders Vinnie Pasquantino and Maikel Garcia have both been reinstated from the 10-day injured list. The club also recalled left-hander Connor Thomas.
Eli Morgan News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17
Eli Morgan Elects Free Agency
Royals right-hander Eli Morgan cleared waivers following his recent DFA and has now elected free agency in lieu of accepting an outright assignment to Triple-A Omaha, per the transaction log at MiLB.com.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Carlos Duran News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 17
Kansas City Royals' Newest Relief Prospect Carlos Duran Could Be Up Faster than Expected
As we head towards the final section of the season, the Kansas City Royals will look to expand their evaluation of the roster come September. When the
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / August 16
Royals' Noah Cameron records first career complete-game shutout against Angels
Cameron flirted with a no-hitter against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday, recording his first career complete-game shutout.
Noah Cameron News / Field Level Media / August 16
Royals ride Noah Cameron's 1-hitter to series win over Angels
Noah Cameron tossed a one-hitter and Michael Massey and Bobby Witt Jr. each homered to lead the Kansas City Royals to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in the rubber-game of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.
Randy Dobnak News / Yardbarker / August 16
Randy Dobnak an unexpected feel-good story for Royals
The Royals' acquisition of Dobnak from the Seattle Mariners on June 17 was barely notable.
Jac Caglianone News / Athlon Sports / August 16
Royals' Jac Caglianone Continues Torrid August
Not much has gone right for the Kansas City Royals in 2026, who are firmly out of postseason contention with a 50-74 record. However, the Royals' disappointing season does not distract from the absurd heater Jac Caglianone is on in August.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 16
Royals strive for rare road series victory in matchup against Angels
Left-hander Noah Cameron will try to help the Kansas City Royals win their first road series in almost 2 1/2 months when he takes the mound Sunday afternoon in the rubber game of a three-game series with the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.
Jac Caglianone News / Field Level Media / August 15
Jac Caglianone's career-best 5 RBIs spur Royals past Angels
Jac Caglianone went 3-for-4 with a home run and a career-high five RBIs as the Kansas City Royals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 7-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday in Anaheim, Calif.
Kansas City Royals News / Viral Sports News / August 14
Royals Part Ways With Disappointing 6-Year MLB Veteran
The Kansas City Royals designated right-handed pitcher Eli Morgan for assignment this week, clearing a spot on the 40-man roster for the signing of free-agent starter Tony Gonsolin.
Tony Gonsolin News / Yardbarker / August 13
Royals taking an intriguing gamble on Tony Gonsolin
The Kansas City Royals are hoping that their latest lottery ticket can pay off.
Salvador Perez News / Athlon Sports / August 13
Salvador Perez Shares Update After Leaving Dodgers Game
Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez provided an encouraging update after leaving Wednesday's 4-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers with a right elbow injury.
Matt Strahm News / Just Baseball / August 11
Matt Strahm: A Microcosm of the 2026 Royals Bullpen
The Kansas City Royals selected Matt Strahm in the 21st round of the 2012 MLB Amateur Draft out of Neosho County Community College. Understandably, the 643rd pick in the draft came without much hype or fanfare.
Justin Topa News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10
Royals Release Justin Topa
The Royals released veteran right-handed reliever Justin Topa from their Triple-A affiliate in Omaha, per the transaction log at MiLB.com. He’d signed a minor league deal with Kansas City in early July but is once again a free agent.
Craig Kimbrel News / Yardbarker / August 9
Royals' desperate search for bullpen help leads to Craig Kimbrel
The Kansas City Royals have been desperately looking for anyone who can get outs in the major league bullpen. That search has led to a potential future Hall of Fame closer.
Jac Caglianone News / Yardbarker / August 9
Royals' Jac Caglianone's historic performance indicative of improbable season
Despite the overall struggles of the team throughout the 2026 season, Jac Caglianone continues to show the future can be bright for the Kansas City Royals.
Clay Holmes News / Yardbarker / August 8
Clay Holmes appears rusty in Cubs debut against Royals
The Chicago Cubs entered their weekend series against the Kansas City Royals with high expectations for the team debuts of right-handers Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes.
Noah Cameron News / Yardbarker / August 6
Royals' Noah Cameron joins exclusive club after latest dominant outing
A new reason to pay attention to what's going on with the Kansas City Royals has emerged, at least every fifth day.
Kris Bubic News / Yardbarker / August 3
Dodgers add more pitching depth by acquiring Kris Bubic from Royals
There is an adage in baseball that one can never have too much pitching. The Los Angeles Dodgers appear to be taking that to heart.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Braves get needed depth in trade with Royals
The Atlanta Braves needed to fortify their outfield and bolster their pitching staff. Both boxes may have been checked in a trade with the Kansas City Royals.
Bobby Witt Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 31
Timeline in place for Bobby Witt Jr.'s return to Royals
Royals fans seemingly won't have to wait much longer for the return of Bobby Witt Jr.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 30
Kody Clemens becomes Twins' hero, makes history with walk-off grand slam
2026 has been an up and down season for the Minnesota Twins, but Derek Shelton's team enjoyed a bright moment on Thursday night.
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