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The 2026 starting rotation for the Royals had plenty of issues from injuries ending the seasons of Cole Ragans, Stephen Kolek, Ryan Bergert, Luinder Avila, and Alec Marsh to underperformances from Seth Lugo, Ragans (before the injury), and Daniel Lynch when he switched to starter late in 2026.

Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 18

What Does the Future Hold for Seth Lugo After a Lackluster Season With the Royals?

The Kansas City Royals have several decisions to make as they navigate the offseason. When it comes to the pitching staff, one player, in particular, is coming off a rough 2026 campaign, raising questions about what Kansas City might do with him moving forward.

Kansas City Royals News / Royals Review / October 16

2026 Royals season in review: Seth Lugo

Last season, the Royals faced a crossroads with Seth Lugo. As they approached the trade deadline, there was healthy debate over whether the Royals should trade Lugo and try to acquire younger talent, or whether they should keep him to finish the year and bring him back for 2026.

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Kansas City Royals News / Viral Sports News / August 2

Royals Reveal Baffling Trade Deadline Stance on Two Players

The Kansas City Royals are making a clear statement at the 2026 MLB trade deadline by holding on to two of their most reliable starting pitchers. Despite

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / July 22

Seth Lugo's durability on display as Royals aim to sweep Giants

Amid all the health issues within Kansas City's rotation, Seth Lugo continues to grind. Looking for another strong home start, the veteran right-hander also tries to continue his recent starting dominance over San Francisco as the Royals aim for a three-game sweep of the Giants on Wednesday.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

Royals Expected To Maintain High Asking Price On Wacha, Lugo

The Royals have been one of the more disappointing teams in MLB. They’re alongside the Angels as the two worst teams in the American League, the only AL clubs completely buried in the playoff picture.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / July 9

Royals likely to keep Michael Wacha and Seth Lugo past trade deadline

It doesn't sound like the Royals are interested in parting with two members of their rotation.

Royals' Jac Caglianone makes 2026 Home Run Derby decision

Tyler Tolbert achieves MLB history twice as Royals beat Mets

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 7

Royals turn to Seth Lugo in opener vs. Mets in last-place matchup

The Kansas City Royals and New York Mets may be the two most disappointing teams in baseball this season. But at least both clubs will have some momentum heading into Tuesday night's opener of a three-game interleague series in New York.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1

Rays star Junior Caminero makes MLB history with latest home run

Baseball's hottest hitter isn't just carrying his team — he's making history.

Cubs' Seiya Suzuki joins exclusive history with 100th career home run

Cubs slug eight homers, score 23 runs in series finale vs. Padres

Athletics get a devastating update on Brent Rooker injury

Beltway rivals Orioles and Nationals complete first trade between franchises

Rival MLB executives identify front-runner for Tarik Skubal

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Royals pitcher Seth Lugo placed on concussion IL after taking line drive to the head

The Royals placed starter Seth Lugo on the seven-day concussion injured list.

Seth Lugo exits game after taking a 107 mph line drive to the head

Royals' Jac Caglianone has broken his early-season slump in a big way

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

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Kansas City Royals News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Royals Share Seth Lugo Injury Update After Comebacker

The Kansas City Royals have provided an update on Seth Lugo after the veteran pitcher exited Wednesday’s 6-4 loss to the Texas Rangers following a frightening injury at Kauffman Stadium.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12

Seth Lugo exits game after taking a 107 mph line drive to the head

Seth Lugo was involved in an absolutely terrifying moment during Wednesday’s game.

Red Sox's Garrett Crochet faces major setback in his injury recovery

Aaron Boone shares huge Aaron Judge injury update for 2026 season

Braves lose former MVP to injury

Pirates place veteran OF on injured list

Dodgers' Dalton Rushing under fire for his latest reckless slide

Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / June 4

Seth Lugo’s Unique Game Continues To Be an Asset for the Royals

It’s no secret that the 2026 season hasn’t gone remotely how many thought it would for the Kansas City Royals. Thought to be a real contender in a wide-open AL Central entering the season, a 24-38 record is far from where they wanted to be in early June.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / June 1

Three potential trade candidates for Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals had high hopes entering the season. The last 20 games may have been the death knell to their playoff aspirations.

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Tarik Skubal's imminent return won't be enough to save Tigers season

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On deck: Yankees-Red Sox, Cristopher Sanchez scoreless streak, Jacob Misiorowski dominance, streaking Mariners, Tanner Bibee's bad start

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / May 14

Royals Starter Seth Lugo Reaches Major Career Milestone on Mound

The Kansas City Royals dropped the second game of a three-game series against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, falling 6-5. Kansas City right-hander Seth Lugo got the start for the Royals in Chicago.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / May 7

Royals' Seth Lugo aims for continued success vs. Guardians

It's been an inconsistent start to the season for the Kansas City Royals, but Seth Lugo has not had a problem with his own consistency. He's certainly been good against the Cleveland Guardians at home.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4, 2025

Royals lose key starter to IL amid race for playoff spot

The Royals announced that they have placed right-hander Seth Lugo on the 15-day injured list due to a lower back strain.

Jo Adell drives in all four Angels runs in win over Royals

Royals turn to rested Noah Cameron in series finale vs. Angels

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Kansas City Royals News / Kansas City Royals on SI / July 28, 2025

Seth Lugo Extension Figure Revealed: Why Royals Got A Major Bargain

Seth Lugo agreeing to a new contract was an unequivocal win for the Kansas City Royals. It looked for weeks as though the Royals would have a tough decision to make.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / July 27, 2025

Royals' latest extension may set the stage for active offseason

The Kansas City Royals have taken one of the best pitchers potentially on the trade block, and in free agency, off the market.

Royals place All-Star P Kris Bubic (rotator cuff) on IL

Royals acquire outfield help in perplexing trade with Diamondbacks

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Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / July 25, 2025

Royals may not make top trade target available

Kansas City Royals pitcher Seth Lugo is a popular name as the July 31 trade deadline approaches.

Multiple Royals players could be on the Cubs' radar

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Mets fill need with trade for lefty Gregory Soto

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23, 2025

Royals might retain their biggest trade chip, but should they?

The Royals would get plenty of calls on the veteran, who’d be one of the best short-term starting pitchers on the market.

Multiple Royals players could be on the Cubs' radar

Rich Hill continues carving his place in MLB history

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17, 2025

Three trade-deadline targets who can land Yankees back in World Series

What replacements on the market can lead the Yankees back to the World Series? Here are three solid bets.

Yankees targeting Pirates All-Star for starting rotation

Athletics slugger has surprising assessment of Yankees' Aaron Judge

Mets, Yankees interested in reuniting with former All-Star reliever

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Kansas City Royals News / Just Baseball / July 8, 2025

Could Seth Lugo Become the Top Rental Ace on the Trade Market?

Major League Baseball is getting into the heart of its busiest month, with the MLB Draft and All-Star Game just days away. Along with these major events in the season, the trade market is set to heat up ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / July 3, 2025