Kansas City Royals News

Michael Massey - Picks up pair of hits Massey went 2-for-3 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in Thursday's Cactus League loss to the Diamondbacks.

Impact Massey got in on the action during the Royals' high-scoring affair, collecting a pair of hits, highlighted by an RBI double in the fifth inning. The 27-year-old is off to a much-needed strong start this spring as he looks to prove himself heading into the regular season after a disappointing, injury-riddled 2025 campaign in which he slashed .244/.268/.313 with nine doubles, three homers and 20 RBI across 77 games. His versatility is a plus, though that alone is far from a guarantee of regular opportunities in the lineup.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks Complete Massive Comeback Win over Royals It's a shame these games don't count.

14 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Royals rotation candidate Stephen Kolek sidelined by left oblique strain

Kansas City Royals right-hander Stephen Kolek will be sidelined at least 5 to 7 days, and that could be longer depending on the severity of a left oblique strain

19 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Stephen Kolek - Diagnosed with left oblique strain Kolek has been diagnosed with a left oblique strain and will be sidelined for at least the next five-to-seven days, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact As Rogers notes, Kolek could be sidelined even longer if his Thursday scans reveal the injury is more severe. Kolek felt his side grab while warming up in the bullpen during Wednesday's Cactus League bout with the Mariners. Kolek is competing for a spot in Kansas City's rotation this spring after he was acquired from the Padres at the trade deadline last summer.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Padres-Royals Freddy Fermin trade finally comes full circle after a telling signing The Padres made the trade for Freddy Fermin with the Kansas City Royals at the 2025 trade deadline for one reason: to increase the offensive...

22 HOURS AGO • FRIARSONBASE.COM

These Royals pitchers are working on new things this Spring Training SURPRISE, Ariz. – New pitch? New grip? Those are the first questions asked to every pitcher in Spring Training, essentially asking what’s di...

1 DAY AGO • MLB.COM

Kolek (left side tightness) scratched from 2nd spring outing SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Stephen Kolek was warming up in the bullpen for his scheduled outing on Wednesday at Surprise Stadium, but when he felt t...

1 DAY AGO • MLB.COM

Stephen Kolek - Nursing side injury Kolek felt tightness in his left side while warming up in the bullpen during the Royals' 8-8 tie against the Mariners in Wednesday's Cactus League game, Anne Rogers of MLB.com repo...

Impact Kolek went into the clubhouse to have his left side evaluated by medical staff, and an update on his status should be made Thursday. The 28-year-old right-hander was acquired by the Royals from the Padres at the trade deadline in late July and is competing for a spot in Kansas City's rotation for the 2026 season. Across five starts with the Royals in 2025, Kolek posted a 1-2 record with a 1.91 ERA, 0.76 WHIP and 21:5 K:BB across 33 innings.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jac Caglianone - Drives first homer of spring Caglianone went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Tuesday's Cactus League loss to the Reds.

Impact Caglianone showcased his raw power, launching a tape-measure blast off Brandon Williamson that left the bat at 115.2 mph and traveled 460 feet in the fourth inning. It marked his first homer of the spring and came against a southpaw after he slashed .180/.254/.377 with five extra-base hits and five RBI in 67 plate appearances versus left-handers last season. After a disappointing debut campaign in which he posted a .532 OPS with 14 extra-base hits and 18 RBI over 62 games, there remains plenty of intrigue and excitement surrounding the 2024 first-round pick, though Caglianone still has much to prove heading into the 2026 regular season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Collins knows 'rent's due every day,' and is ready to prove himself in KC GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- In their fifth Cactus League game, the Royals finally debuted one of their key additions of the offseason by slotting Isa...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Elly, Suárez go back to back, give early taste of Reds' 1-2 punch GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- It was the third game of spring for the Reds on Tuesday, but the tag-team lineup partnership of Elly De La Cruz and Eugen...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

460 feet?! Yeah, Caglianone made 1st spring homer count GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- Jac Caglianone left no doubts with his first homer of the spring. The Royals’ right fielder obliterated a baseball in the...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Royals linked to blocked Cubs star in potential blockbuster move | Sporting News This versatile slugger could solve Kansas City's problems.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Witt receives Gehrig Award amid special company SURPRISE, Ariz. – In front of his teammates, coaches and Royals superfan Sarah Nauser, Bobby Witt Jr. was presented with the 2025 Lou Gehrig...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Braves announce BravesVision will be the new local TV home for more than 140 games in 2026 season

The Atlanta Braves have announced BravesVision as their local television home, beginning with the 2026 season

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Maikel Garcia - Pair of hits from leadoff spot Garcia went 2-for-2 in Monday's Cactus League loss to the Cubs.

Impact Garcia showed some pop Monday, collecting a pair of singles that both left the bat at over 100 mph in his two plate appearances before being lifted. Notably, the third baseman was slotted into the leadoff spot as manager Matt Quatraro evaluates options atop the lineup for the regular season. The 25-year-old broke out with an .800 OPS across 160 games last year while hitting most often in the cleanup spot, but a one-two combination of Garcia and Bobby Witt would give the Royals a dynamic duo to open the lineup.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

New walls and goals for Royals' star Bobby Witt Jr. in Kansas City | Sporting News Don't be surprised if the two-time All-Star surges at the plate.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Royals Outfielder Stable After Scary Pitch to the Head in Spring Game Kansas City Royals outfielder Dairon Blanco was hit in the head by a 90 mph pitch during a spring training game Sunday against the Milwaukee...

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Dairon Blanco - Cleared of possible concussion Royals manager Matt Quatraro said Monday that Blanco has been cleared of a full concussion but will be limited to light activity over the next few days, Anne Rogers of MLB.com repo...

Impact Blanco was struck in the helmet by a pitch during Sunday's Cactus League game against the Brewers. He will continue to be evaluated but appears to have avoided a serious injury. The speedy Blanco is competing for a reserve role with the Royals.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carter Jensen - Singles in spring debut Jensen started at catcher and went 1-for-3 in Sunday's Cactus League win over the Brewers.

Impact Jensen was out of the lineup for the Royals' first two games before making his spring debut Sunday, grounding out in his first two at-bats before pulling a single into right field in the sixth inning before being lifted. One of the most highly touted catching prospects in baseball, the 22-year-old mashed during his brief stint with the Royals in 2025, slashing .300/.391/.550 with nine extra-base hits and 13 RBI across 20 games in September. The presence of franchise icon Salvador Perez is worth noting, but Jensen should still see regular action in the Kansas City lineup in 2026, whether behind the plate or at designated hitter.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bailey Falter - Tosses two scoreless frames Falter allowed a hit and no walks across two scoreless innings in Sunday's Cactus League win over the Brewers. He did not record a strikeout.

Impact Falter got the start Sunday and delivered a clean outing, allowing just one baserunner on a 77.8 mph single by Jake Bauers in the second inning. The southpaw didn't record a strikeout, though that's not especially surprising given his low-90s fastball and 5.8 K/9 across 125.1 innings last season. After finishing 2025 on the injured list with a left biceps contusion, it's encouraging to see the 28-year-old healthy and without restrictions this spring. With a deep group that includes Noah Cameron, Stephen Kolek and Ryan Bergert competing for rotation spots, Falter is a strong candidate to open the year in a long-relief role for the Royals.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Isaac Collins - Slow-played after PRP injections Collins has been held out of Cactus League play thus far after receiving platelet-rich plasma injections in his knees over the offseason, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact Royals manager Matt Quatraro said Collins is "feeling great" and is slated to make his spring training debut Tuesday against the Reds. Kansas City traded for Collins in December and Quatraro said the team knew about the PRP injections at the time of the deal. Collins is competing for the Royals' left field job but appears likely to open the year as a fourth outfielder.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

New(born) perspective motivating Falter PHOENIX -- Bailey Falter is carrying himself around with a different kind of demeanor, confidence and perspective this spring, and everyone...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Dairon Blanco - Headed for further evaluation Blanco is being sent for further evaluation after getting struck in the helmet by a pitch during Sunday's Cactus League game against the Brewers, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact Blanco was initially able to remain in the game after being checked out by a team trainer, but manager Matt Quatraro noted after the exhibition that Blanco is headed for further evaluation after experiencing dizziness. He can be considered day-to-day until further notice.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

US victory sparks debate over best hockey player in Royals' clubhouse PHOENIX -- When Jack Hughes slapped the puck into the net to give the United States its first Olympic gold medal in men’s hockey since 1980...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

INJURIES

PLAYER NEWS

Royals rotation candidate Stephen Kolek sidelined by left oblique strain

Braves announce BravesVision will be the new local TV home for more than 140 games in 2026 season

NEWS

SCHEDULE

STANDINGS

STATS

ROSTER

VIDEOS

ODDS

GAME LOG

INJURIES

PLAYER NEWS

Royals rotation candidate Stephen Kolek sidelined by left oblique strain

Braves announce BravesVision will be the new local TV home for more than 140 games in 2026 season