Checking on Royals' rebuild: An in-depth assessment of the team's moves since last season
6 years, 5 months ago

Checking on Royals' rebuild: An in-depth assessment of the team's moves since last season

New York Times  

It remains the iconic quote of Royals futility, and probably always will: “I never say it can’t get worse.” It has been 12 years since then-manager Buddy Bell said those words after the Royals lost on April 19, 2006, their 10th loss in a row. The Royals also took Burch Smith, who was a much more heralded pitcher – the general consensus was that he was the most major league-ready player selected in last December’s Rule 5 draft – and have not only stuck with him despite a 6.00 ERA, they’ve elevated him into the rotation as well. Check back in three years and you might have a prospect, which, if you’re a team as far away from contention as the Royals are, is totally acceptable. July 27: Traded Mike Moustakas to the Brewers for Brett Phillips and Jorge Lopez You don’t have to wait to enjoy the fruits of this trade, because in exchange for Mike Moustakas, the Royals got a major league-ready outfielder in Brett Phillips, who last night hit a two-run homer for the Royals that provided the margin of victory in a 4-2 win. If that’s all he contributes, he will still be a useful bridge to the Royals’ next wave of outfield prospects that arrives over the next two or three years.

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Royals agree with RHP Michael Lorenzen on $7 million, 1-year contract, AP source says
1 week, 2 days ago

Royals agree with RHP Michael Lorenzen on $7 million, 1-year contract, AP source says

Associated Press  

— Michael Lorenzen and the Kansas City Royals agreed to a $7 million, one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2026, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. The right-hander appeared in seven games with six starts and went 2-0 with a 1.57 ERA to help the Royals clinch a wild card, then tossed …

Royals agree with RHP Kyle Wright on $1.8 million 1-year contract to avoid salary arbitration
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Royals agree with RHP Kyle Wright on $1.8 million 1-year contract to avoid salary arbitration

Associated Press  

— Right-hander Kyle Wright and the Kansas City Royals agreed Tuesday to a $1.8 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration. The Royals had one of the best rotations in the majors last season, headlined by All-Stars Seth Lugo and Cole Ragans. But there is an opening after the Royals traded Brady Singer to the Reds for infielder Jonathan India …

The Royals’ surprising playoff spot was fueled by a top-to-bottom culture change
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Royals’ surprising playoff spot was fueled by a top-to-bottom culture change

New York Times  

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Ghiroli: Why the Kansas City Royals are good for baseball
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Ghiroli: Why the Kansas City Royals are good for baseball

New York Times  

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A 106-loss laughingstock a year ago, the Royals find themselves in a push to make the playoffs
4 months, 3 weeks ago

A 106-loss laughingstock a year ago, the Royals find themselves in a push to make the playoffs

Associated Press  

— J.J. Picollo was sitting in the Royals’ dugout hours before a game against the Angels this week, talking about what has been one of the most remarkable turnarounds in major league history. But as shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., the new face of the franchise, likes to say: “The boys are playin’ some ball.” “Once you get past Aug. 1, …

Royals add bullpen depth, acquiring Hunter Harvey in trade with Nationals
6 months ago

Royals add bullpen depth, acquiring Hunter Harvey in trade with Nationals

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The Kansas City Royals added some bullpen depth in their quest for a playoff run Saturday night, acquiring right-hander Hunter Harvey from the Washington Nationals for a minor-league infielder and their competitive balance pick in Sunday night’s draft. “I think it means a lot for us,” manager Matt Quatraro said in the dugout at Fenway Park prior to …

Royals ready for opening day, key vote next week to help fund downtown ballpark
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Royals ready for opening day, key vote next week to help fund downtown ballpark

Hindustan Times  

— Royals owner John Sherman said jokingly that he doesn't sleep very well under normal circumstances, so just imagine how his nights are going these days, with opening day on deck and a key vote for a downtown ballpark coming up next week. “I'm trying not to play the expectation game,” Sherman said Wednesday before a public workout at Kauffman …

Royals take 3-game skid into matchup with Rangers
3 years, 6 months ago

Royals take 3-game skid into matchup with Rangers

Associated Press  

Kansas City Royals vs. Texas Rangers Arlington, Texas; Saturday, 4:05 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Royals: Kyle Zimmer Rangers: Kyle Gibson FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rangers -153, Royals +143; over/under is 8 runs BOTTOM LINE: Kansas City enters the matchup as losers of their last three games. Salvador Perez leads the club with a.524 slugging percentage, including 33 extra-base hits and 18 …

Royals acquire Andrew Benintendi: Answering 5 questions about the move
3 years, 11 months ago

Royals acquire Andrew Benintendi: Answering 5 questions about the move

New York Times  

— Here’s how the Royals described what they coveted all offseason: “We need more on-base guys,” general manager Dayton Moore said in September. “We need more quality ABs from two other spots in the lineup.” “We’d like to get a left-handed bat in the outfield if we can,” Moore said in November. “It fits perfectly,” Moore said Wednesday night, mentioning …

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