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Steep MLB learning curve prompts studious offseason for Caglianone SURPRISE, Ariz. -- It was early September last season when Jac Caglianone sat back in his clubhouse chair and took a deep breath. “I’ve alre...

9 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

John Means - Signs MiLB deal with Royals Means (Achilles) signed a two-year, minor-league contract with the Royals on Friday.

Impact Means missed all of last season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, and he's now due to miss the entire 2026 campaign after rupturing his Achilles during the offseason. His two-year deal will allow him to remain with the Royals in 2027, at which point he'll attempt to return to the big leagues after making just 10 major-league starts since 2022.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

The Royals' decision not to add an impact bat could haunt them | Sporting News Could this decision hurt their postseason aspirations?

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'He's my guy': With pitchers' backing, Fermin teed up for special '26 campaign PEORIA, Ariz. -- On the same day Mason Miller was traded to San Diego last summer, the Padres acquired Freddy Fermin in a separate deal with...

13 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Royals acquire RHP Mitch Spence from the Athletics for RHP A.J. Causey

The Kansas City Royals have acquired right-hander Mitch Spence from the Athletics for right-hander A

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Placing high value on pitching depth, Royals acquire Spence from A's SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Reliever A.J. Causey was just beginning to stretch and prepare for his first live bullpen session at his first big league...

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Alec Marsh - Officially placed on IL The Royals placed Marsh (shoulder) on the 60-day injured list Thursday.

Impact Marsh missed all of 2025 due to shoulder problems, and after undergoing surgery in November to address the issue, he's expected to miss the entire 2026 campaign as well. His move to the 60-day IL clears space on the 40-man roster for Mitch Spence, whom the Royals acquired in a trade with the Athletics on Thursday.

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Mitch Spence - Traded to Royals The Athletics traded Spence to the Royals on Thursday in exchange for A.J. Causey.

Impact After being DFA'd by the A's on Tuesday, Spence will recapture a 40-man roster spot by moving to Kansas City. The 27-year-old reliever turned in a 5.10 ERA and 1.44 WHIP across 84.2 innings last season and will be in the running for a spot in the Royals' Opening Day bullpen. He has two minor-league options remaining, however, so there is a chance he opens the year at Triple-A Omaha instead. Alec Marsh (shoulder) was placed on the 60-day IL in a corresponding move.

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Seth Lugo - Throwing off mound early in camp Lugo (back) threw a bullpen session in Royals camp Thursday, Jaylon T. Thompson of The Kansas City Star reports.

Impact Lugo was sidelined for the final month of last season with a nagging back injury, but he does not appear to have any restrictions at the start of spring training. The veteran right-hander collected a 2.67 ERA in the first half in 2025 but posted a 7.51 ERA in his final nine starts before getting hurt. Lugo could very well bounce back in 2026 now that he's healthy, but he's 36 and has a 21.1 percent strikeout rate since 2024, so there is risk.

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Who Are The Top 10 Hitters In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge headline the top-10 hitters that will play in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

1 DAY AGO • FOX SPORTS

Who Are The Top 10 Hitters In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

Ragans, Bubic prioritizing health as Royals open camp SURPRISE, Ariz. -- A familiar and welcome sight greeted those watching the bullpen mound at the Royals’ Spring Training facility on Wednesda...

2 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Bubic wins in arbitration vs. Royals and Lauer loses to Blue Jays, leaving players ahead 8-3

Kris Bubic won his salary arbitration case against the Kansas City Royals and fellow left-hander Eric Lauer lost his hearing to the Toronto Blue Jays

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Bailey Falter - No restrictions to open camp Falter (biceps) threw a bullpen session Wednesday, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact Falter spent the final five weeks of the 2025 season on the shelf due to a left biceps contusion, but he made two rehab appearances with Triple-A Omaha in late September and looks to have had a normal offseason. The veteran southpaw will likely get stretched out as a starter during spring training, but he's probably on the outside looking in for a rotation spot and could be ticketed for a long-relief role.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kris Bubic - Wins arbitration hearing Bubic (shoulder) will earn $6.15 million in 2026 after winning his arbitration hearing against the Royals, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports.

Impact The Royals had filed at $5.15 million, but the three-person arbitration panel chose the figure Bubic submitted. Bubic experienced a breakout 2025 season, posting a 2.55 ERA and 116:39 K:BB over 116.1 innings covering 20 starts before going down with a left shoulder strain. The lefty does not appear to have any restrictions at the start of camp, but the Royals will keep a close eye on him after he missed nearly the entire second half last season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luke Maile - Not in Royals camp Maile is not in Royals camp due to a personal issue, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact Maile was re-signed last week to a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training, but he has not reported and is no longer listed on the roster. The Royals are open to Maile rejoining the team if and when he is ready, but his status for now is in flux.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

2026 MLB Free Agent Signings, Trades: Dodgers Sign Pitcher to $6.5M Pact

Keeping tabs on all of MLB's notable free agency signings, trades, and extensions ahead of the 2026 season.

2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

2026 MLB Free Agent Signings, Trades: Dodgers Sign Pitcher to $6.5M Pact

The case for Royals' Jac Caglianone to break out with big season for Kansas City | Sporting News K.C. is counting on this in 2026.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

NEW for 2026: Stream KC games on Royals.TV A new era of watching Royals baseball is here, and Royals.TV has you covered all season long. The Royals.TV Seasonal Package, which allows f...

3 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Stephenson wins arbitration case against Reds. Angels defeat Detmers as players lead 7-2

Cincinnati catcher Tyler Stephenson has won his salary arbitration case against the Reds

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Texas Rangers Giving Away Blood-Stained Nolan Ryan Jerseys

The Texas Rangers are honoring the iconic 1990 Nolan Ryan bloody jersey incident with a promotional giveaway on May 29.

3 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Texas Rangers Giving Away Blood-Stained Nolan Ryan Jerseys

Rangers' Nolan Ryan jersey giveaway is a bloody mess In the second inning of a Sept. 8, 1990, game between the Texas Rangers and the Kansas City Royals, designated hitter Bo Jackson of the Roya...

3 DAYS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

MLB.TV on ESPN: What fans need to know about the new deal

ESPN has announced changes for MLB

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

2026 MLB Power Rankings: Where Do All 30 Teams Stand Before Spring Training?

As pitchers and catchers get set to report this week, here’s where all 30 teams stand with spring training on the horizon.

4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

2026 MLB Power Rankings: Where Do All 30 Teams Stand Before Spring Training?

MLB to produce local broadcasts for Tigers, Red Wings with fate of FanDuel Sports Network uncertain

The Detroit Tigers announce that Major League Baseball will produce and distribute their local TV broadcasts this season

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Taking a first crack at Royals' potential Opening Day roster KANSAS CITY – For many players, Spring Training is all about building up workloads and getting 100% ready for Opening Day and the grind of 1...

4 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

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Royals acquire RHP Mitch Spence from the Athletics for RHP A.J. Causey

Who Are The Top 10 Hitters In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

Bubic wins in arbitration vs. Royals and Lauer loses to Blue Jays, leaving players ahead 8-3

2026 MLB Free Agent Signings, Trades: Dodgers Sign Pitcher to $6.5M Pact

Stephenson wins arbitration case against Reds. Angels defeat Detmers as players lead 7-2

Texas Rangers Giving Away Blood-Stained Nolan Ryan Jerseys

MLB.TV on ESPN: What fans need to know about the new deal

2026 MLB Power Rankings: Where Do All 30 Teams Stand Before Spring Training?

MLB to produce local broadcasts for Tigers, Red Wings with fate of FanDuel Sports Network uncertain

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Royals acquire RHP Mitch Spence from the Athletics for RHP A.J. Causey

Who Are The Top 10 Hitters In the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

Bubic wins in arbitration vs. Royals and Lauer loses to Blue Jays, leaving players ahead 8-3

2026 MLB Free Agent Signings, Trades: Dodgers Sign Pitcher to $6.5M Pact

Stephenson wins arbitration case against Reds. Angels defeat Detmers as players lead 7-2

Texas Rangers Giving Away Blood-Stained Nolan Ryan Jerseys

MLB.TV on ESPN: What fans need to know about the new deal

2026 MLB Power Rankings: Where Do All 30 Teams Stand Before Spring Training?

MLB to produce local broadcasts for Tigers, Red Wings with fate of FanDuel Sports Network uncertain