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Kansas City Royals pitcher Lucas Erceg (60) takes a breath before throwing a pitch in the ninth inning of the MLB Interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Kansas City Royals at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. The Reds won 4-3 on a walkoff hit by Blake Dunn, scoring Spencer Steer from second base in the 10th inning.

Royals could be forced into difficult offseason decision after Lucas Erceg's latest blow-up

Caleb Moody

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Royals owner's questionable roster comments leave KC's bullpen outlook just as bleak for 2027

Caleb Moody

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Aug 11, 2026

MLB insider's bold position change idea for Royals' Carter Jensen is far too premature

Jacob Milham

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Aug 11, 2026

Even Jac Caglianone spoiling Tarik Skubal's Dodger Stadium debut went sour in continuing Royals nightmare

Caleb Moody

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Aug 11, 2026

May 5, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Daniel Lynch IV (41) throws a pitch in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images

Why Royals fans shouldn't overreact to Daniel Lynch IV's rough first start back in rotation

Jacob Milham

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Aug 11, 2026

Feb 22, 2024; Jupiter, FL, USA; Miami Marlins infielder Jacob Berry (82) poses for a photo during photo day at the Marlins Player Development & Scouting Complex, Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

Royals may've fleeced Marlins in post-deadline trade as secret weapon quickly emerges in Triple-A

Caleb Moody

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Aug 10, 2026

Jun 14, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) walks to the dugout after being removed from the game during the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Royals signing Craig Kimbrel is bizarre legacy move that complicates their stretch run

Caleb Moody

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Aug 10, 2026

May 24, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Lucas Erceg (60) reacts during the ninth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

3 roster holes Royals still need to fill heading into 2027 after painfully quiet trade deadline

Jacob Milham

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Aug 9, 2026

Aug 5, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (13) talks with starting pitcher Noah Cameron (65), as they walk off the field in the eighth inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images

Salvador Perez's impact can't be overlooked in Noah Cameron's rise in Royals rotation

Caleb Moody

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Aug 8, 2026

Aug 2, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Aaron Bummer (36) pitches in the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Royals put an end to veteran left-handed relief experiment before it even really began

Caleb Moody

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Aug 7, 2026

May 20, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Daniel Lynch IV (41) pitches during the eighth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Royals give Daniel Lynch IV long-awaited role change (but it wasn't the right one)

Caleb Moody

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Aug 7, 2026

Apr 16, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Luke Little delivers during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

Royals add tantalizing Cubs lefty with one glaring flaw to already questionable bullpen depth

Caleb Moody

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Aug 7, 2026

Feb 19, 2025; Jupiter, FL, USA; Miami Marlins infielder Jacob Berry (58). Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Royals' trade for former Marlins sixth overall pick offers exact upside system desperately needs

Caleb Moody

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Aug 6, 2026

Jul 26, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Nate Pearson (61) pitches in the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Early results show Royals may’ve found lasting bullpen solution in trade with Astros

Caleb Moody

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Aug 6, 2026

May 29, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Stephen Kolek (32) looks down as he pitches against the Texas Rangers during the fourth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Royals' choice to keep Michael Wacha, Seth Lugo looks wiser after rotation's devastating injury news

Caleb Moody

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Aug 5, 2026

Nov 7, 2023; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo speaks to the media during the MLB General Manager's Meetings at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Royals made their intentions clear at trade deadline despite being frustratingly quiet

Andrew Banks

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Aug 5, 2026

Dec 9, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo is interviewed at the Hilton Anatole during the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

J.J. Picollo's post-deadline remarks make Royals' trade inactivity look so much worse

Caleb Moody

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Aug 4, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Matt Strahm (25) pitches during the eighth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Royals make glaringly obvious decision to put an end to failed reunion with floundering southpaw

Caleb Moody

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Aug 4, 2026

Jul 25, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Foster Griffin (22) throws to the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

Foster Griffin's bounce-back could sting even more for Royals after trade to rival Guardians

Caleb Moody

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Aug 4, 2026

Breaking down who Royals received from Dodgers after trading All-Star southpaw Kris Bubic

Jacob Milham

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Aug 4, 2026

Jun 27, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Kansas City Royals right fielder Starling Marte (0) reacts after striking out against the Chicago White Sox during the ninth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

Undealt Royals players entirely overshadowed any progress KC made with completed deadline trades

Caleb Moody

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Aug 3, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Nolan Hoffman (47) pitches in the third inning against the Miami Marlins at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Royals trade for controllable bullpen arm who was cut loose by Phillies on same day

Caleb Moody

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Aug 3, 2026

May 8, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic (50) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images

Royals find trade partner for injury-prone Kris Bubic in deadline day shocker with Dodgers

Caleb Moody

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Aug 3, 2026

Jul 26, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher José Soriano (59) delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Royals getting up-close lesson from Blue Jays with trade deadline strategy to prep for 2027

Caleb Moody

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Aug 3, 2026

Mar 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Zyhir Hope against the Chicago White Sox during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Rival Tigers added two potential future thorns in Royals' side in Tarik Skubal blockbuster trade

Caleb Moody

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Aug 2, 2026

Mar 4, 2023; Surprise, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Royals outfielder Gavin Cross against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Surprise Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Royals have no excuse now to avoid promoting surging Triple-A outfielder after Lane Thomas trade

Caleb Moody

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Aug 2, 2026

Aug 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Bailey Falter (36) make his way to the bullpen before the start of the game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Royals amazingly find way to tack on outcasted southpaw in Lane Thomas trade with Braves

Caleb Moody

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Aug 1, 2026

May 7, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) reacts during the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Injuries, inconsistency are making Vinnie Pasquantino harder to defend as member of Royals core

Caleb Moody

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Aug 1, 2026

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