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Secures first victory of 2026 Bubic (1-0) collected the win after allowing one run on two hits and three walks while striking out four across six innings Monday against the Twins.

Impact Bubic dealt with plenty of traffic on the base paths due to the three walks he issued, but the Twins' only run of the contest came on a solo home run by Matt Wallner in the top of the second inning. Bubic's 2025 campaign came to an early end after he was diagnosed with a left rotator cuff strain in July, so this was a strong first outing to 2026 for the southpaw. His next start tentatively lines up for Sunday against Milwaukee.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Familiar face continues to settle into dominance of Twins after years of struggle For years, the Minnesota Twins had Kris Bubic's number. The 28-year-old left-handed pitcher for the Kansas City Royals had allowed 25 earned...

MARCH 31 • PUCKETTSPOND.COM

Bubic deals in 2nd career home opener start - but his 1st with fans KANSAS CITY – Six years ago, Kris Bubic made his Major League debut on July 31, 2020, which also happened to be the Royals’ home opener in t...

MARCH 30 • MLB.COM

Royals use rare long ball to defeat the Twins 3-1

The Kansas City Royals used home runs by Kyle Isbel and Isaac Collins, two hitters not known for their power, to defeat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on an unseasonably warm day in front...

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

AL Central Preview: Tigers open as favorites while the White Sox try to climb out of the basement

The Detroit Tigers and two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal have their sights set on winning the AL Central for the first time since 2014

MARCH 19 • Associated Press

MLB Free Agency: 2-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal could set more contract records next offseason

Tarik Skubal could set more contract records for a pitcher in free agency next offseason

MARCH 16 • Associated Press

A sixth starter? All options in play for Royals to begin season MESA, Ariz. -- Entering Spring Training, the Royals’ rotation looked fairly set, with Cole Ragans and Kris Bubic returning from injury, Mich...

MARCH 15 • MLB.COM

Punches out four in spring outing Bubic allowed two hits and a walk over three scoreless innings in Thursday's Cactus League win over the Padres. He struck out four.

Impact Bubic delivered another solid spring outing, punching out four Padres and keeping the opposition off the scoreboard for the second straight appearance. Through three outings and eight innings in Cactus League play, the southpaw has allowed one run on nine hits and three walks. After posting a 2.55 ERA and 1.18 WHIP across 20 starts and 116.1 innings last season before a left rotator cuff strain ended his campaign prematurely, Bubic will look to maintain his health and deliver strong results out of the Royals' rotation in 2026.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes out three in spring debut Bubic (shoulder) allowed a run on four hits and no walks across two innings in Sunday's Cactus League win over the Brewers. He struck out three.

Impact Bubic wasn't dominant in his spring debut, allowing four hits over two frames, but he did record three strikeouts in his first game action since July 26 after being sidelined by a left rotator cuff strain. The southpaw was in the midst of his strongest season to date in 2025 before the injury, posting a 2.55 ERA and 1.18 WHIP across 20 starts and 116.1 innings. Bubic should log additional Cactus League appearances before slotting back into the Royals' rotation to begin the 2026 regular season.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Bubic's long-awaited return to mound came 'free and easy' SURPRISE, Ariz. -- It’s been just over seven months since Kris Bubic took the mound in a game, a number he was aware of leading into his spr...

MARCH 2 • MLB.COM

Throws live batting practice Bubic (shoulder) threw a live batting practice session Saturday, Jaylon Thompson of The Kansas City Star reports.

Impact It was the first time in nearly seven months that Bubic faced hitters, as he missed nearly all of the second half last season after being diagnosed with a left rotator cuff strain. The southpaw said after the session that he "felt good" about his velocity and movement and experienced only "normal soreness." Bubic is slated for another live BP session on Wednesday and will progress to game action after that. He is expected to be ready to roll on Opening Day.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

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...

FEBRUARY 11 • 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

FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

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.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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

FEBRUARY 10 • Associated Press

MLB Trade Rumors: Brandon Lowe's exit triggers blockbuster Andrés Giménez and Ketel Marte swap while Royals keep Kris Bubic in play While the big market clubs are out shopping for some heavyweight names in free agency, teams in the middle of the pack, who cannot match tho...

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Cleared to begin throwing Bubic (shoulder) has been cleared to begin a throwing program in November, MLB.com reports.

Impact Bubic missed nearly all of the second half after being diagnosed with a left rotator cuff strain, but he avoided surgery and is ready to resume throwing. While the left-hander currently appears on track for a normal offseason, the nature of the injury points to Bubic being a risky health proposition. The 28-year-old was having a breakout season before getting hurt, putting up a 2.55 ERA and 116:39 K:BB over 116.1 innings covering 20 starts.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Royals' Salvador Perez expected to return in 2026, team eyes playoff comeback following 82-80 finish

The Kansas City Royals expect nine-time All-Star catcher Salvador Perez to return next season

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Athletics and Royals play, winner secures 3-game series

The Athletics and Kansas City Royals play on Sunday with the winner claiming the three-game series

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Athletics face the Royals with 1-0 series lead

The Athletics lead 1-0 in a three-game series with the Kansas City Royals

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Athletics take on the Royals after Langeliers' 4-hit game

The Athletics take on the Kansas City Royals after Shea Langeliers had four hits against the Astros on Thursday

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Angels square off against the Royals in series rubber match

The Los Angeles Angels and Kansas City Royals meet on Thursday with the winner claiming the three-game series

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Royals face the Angels leading series 1-0

The Kansas City Royals lead 1-0 in a three-game series with the Los Angeles Angels

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Angels open 3-game series with the Royals

The Los Angeles Angels open a three-game series at home against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Blue Jays aim to break road skid, take on the Royals

The Toronto Blue Jays travel to the Kansas City Royals looking to stop a four-game road slide

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

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