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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?

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.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 19

John Rave powers seven-run eighth as Royals rally past A's

John Rave lined a three-run go-ahead double to highlight a seven-run eighth inning, and Vinnie Pasquantino homered for one of his three hits as the Kansas City Royals beat the visiting Athletics 9-7 on Wednesday night.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10

Braves To Sign Mike Yastrzemski

The Braves are adding free agent outfielder Mike Yastrzemski, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. It’s a two-year deal worth $23MM with a club option for the third year.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / August 25, 2025

Michael Massey returns, John Rave sent down

The Royals announced they have activated Michael Massey from the Injured List and have optioned John Rave to Triple-A Omaha. Massey has been out since June 7 with an ankle injury, but had suffered a setback in his rehab in early July and again in early August.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / August 11, 2025

Royals Must Make This Roster Move Before Playoff Hopes Collapse

Simply put, the Kansas City Royals have zero time to spare. After their series loss against the fourth-place Minnesota Twins this weekend, the Royals miraculously still have a shot at the playoffs.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22, 2025

Royals player with late Cubs fan father reacts to hitting Wrigley Field home run

Kansas City Royals rookie outfielder John Rave has three career Major League home runs to his name, but his most recent may mean the most — so far. Rave hit a solo shot in the 7th inning of the Royals’ 12-4 win over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Monday, and he had his late father in mind when he did it.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / July 18, 2025

Royals 27-Year-Old Outfielder Could Be On 'Chopping Block' If Team Adds Bat

The Kansas City Royals finished the first half of the 2025 season 47-50. They are 12 games back in the American League Central and 4 1/2 back in the Wild Card race.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / June 16, 2025

Royals Reacts Results: The Royals need multiple hitters

Jac Caglianone, Nick Loftin, and John Rave aren’t helping enough. 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.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / May 27, 2025

Royals Writer Declares Now Not Right Time To Call Up Top Prospect

The Kansas City Royals have cooled off a bit since overcoming a dreadful 8-14 start to the 2025 season. At 29-26, they remain in fourth place in the American League Central but are now tied for the third Wild Card spot with the surging Houston Astros.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / May 26, 2025

Royals call up OF John Rave for MLB debut

The Kansas City Royals purchased the contract of outfielder John Rave on Monday, while first baseman Cavan Biggio was optioned to Triple-A Ohama. Rave, 27, is poised to make his major league debut in Monday's home game against the Cincinnati Reds.