Royals Acquire Right-Handed Pitcher Mitch Spence from Athletics
The Kansas City Royals today announced they have acquired right-handed pitcher Mitch Spence from the Athletics for right-handed pitcher A.J. Causey, who was in camp as a non-roster invite. Spence was designated for assignment by the A’s on Tuesday. To make room on the 40-man roster for Spence, the Royals
John Wathan Elected to Royals Hall of Fame
The Kansas City Royals announced today former player, coach, manager, broadcaster and baseball operations staffer John Wathan has been voted into the Royals Hall of Fame. He will become the 32nd member of the Royals Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be announced at a later date. “After 52
MLB to Produce and Distribute Local Games for Royals in 2026
The Kansas City Royals announced today their games will be produced and distributed by Major League Baseball on Royals.TV for the 2026 season. Royals games will be available on cable and satellite television, as well as the MLB app. “This is a big win for our fans,” Royals President, Business
POST MALONE AND JELLY ROLL TO PERFORM AT KAUFFMAN STADIUM IN 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Global superstar Post Malone and seven-time Grammy nominated entertainer Jelly Roll are set to return to the road with Post Malone and Jelly Roll Present: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour Part 2, with a stop in Kansas City this summer. The chart-topping artists behind the hits “I Had
The Kansas City Royals Foundation to Sponsor Free Admission to the NLBM This February
KANSAS CITY, Mo.- For the fifth consecutive year, The Kansas City Royals Foundation is proud to provide free admission to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) throughout the month of February in celebration of Black History Month. “The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is a tremendous asset that we are fortunate
Royals Announce New Dimensions for Kauffman Stadium
The Kansas City Royals announced today Kauffman Stadium’s outfield wall is being moved in for the 2026 season. This change will likely create more home runs (and robbed home runs), more extra-base hits, and more exciting action on the field – while bringing fans closer to seeing it. The decision
Royals Announce Contract Extension with Manager Matt Quatraro
The Kansas City Royals announced today they have agreed to a contract extension with Manager Matt Quatraro. The new deal begins in 2027 and is for three years (through 2029), with a club option for the 2030 season. In three seasons under Quatraro, the Royals have gone 224-262 (.461). His
Royals Acquire Left-Handed Pitcher Matt Strahm from Philadelphia
The Kansas City Royals announced this morning they have acquired left-handed pitcher Matt Strahm from the Philadelphia Phillies for right-handed pitcher Jonathan Bowlan. The Royals Major League Reserve List remains at 40. Strahm, 34, has pitched 10 seasons in the Majors for four different teams, including his first two with
Royals Sign Outfielder Lane Thomas to One-Year Contract
The Kansas City Royals today announced a one-year contract with outfielder Lane Thomas. Kansas City now has 40 players on its Major League Reserve List. Thomas, 30, has spent seven years in the Majors with three different clubs, including St. Louis (2019-21), Washington (2021-24) and Cleveland (2024-25). Spanning 600 career
Royals Announce Five-Year Contract Extension with Maikel Garcia
The Kansas City Royals announced today they have agreed to a five-year contract extension with infielder Maikel Garcia through 2030, with a club option for 2031. The deal covers what would have been his first four years of salary arbitration, plus his first year of free agency. Garcia, 25, had
Join the Excitement at the 2026 Royals Rally at Kauffman Stadium
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—For the fourth consecutive year, the Kansas City Royals are thrilled to announce the return of Royals Rally. Fans can experience an unforgettable day filled with activities, autographs and exclusive experiences on Saturday, Jan, 31, at Kauffman Stadium. Fans can choose between two ticket packages:
- VIP Tickets
Royals Sign RHP Alex Lange to One-Year Contract
The Kansas City Royals today announced a one-year contract with right-handed pitcher Alex Lange. Kansas City now has 40 players on its Major League Reserve List. Lange, 30, appeared in just 1 game for Detroit in 2025—his fifth Major League season—after beginning the season on the 60-day Injured List with
Royals Announce 2026 Spring Training Home Game Times
In conjunction with the Texas Rangers and Surprise Stadium, the Kansas City Royals today announced home game times for their 32-game exhibition schedule for 2026. Game dates and opponents were announced earlier this month. Game times are subject to change. The Royals will begin their 24th season in the Cactus
Bobby Witt Jr., Noah Cameron and Maikel Garcia Earn 2025 Royals Team Awards
The Kansas City Royals announced their 2025 team award winners today, which were voted on by the Kansas City Chapter of the BBWAA. Bobby Witt Jr. was named the Les Milgram Player of the Year, an award named in honor of the late Kansas City businessman, community leader and Royals
Bobby Witt Jr. Named First Team All-MLB
Major League Baseball tonight announced its First and Second All-MLB Teams. Kansas City’s Bobby Witt Jr. was named First Team All-MLB at shortstop for the second consecutive season. Major League Baseball introduced the All-MLB Team Awards in 2019 to give a more comprehensive honor that covered the full breadth of
Royals Acquire RHP Mason Black from Giants
The Kansas City Royals announced today they acquired right-handed pitcher Mason Black from the San Francisco Giants for right-handed pitcher Logan Martin. Black was designated for assignment by the Giants last week. Including Black, Kansas City’s Major League Reserve List is now at 37. Black, 25, had just one stint
Royals Acquire Outfielder Kameron Misner from Rays
The Kansas City Royals announced today they acquired outfielder Kameron Misner (MYZE-ner) from the Tampa Bay Rays for a Player to be Named Later or cash considerations. Misner was designated for assignment by the Rays last week. Misner, 27, played in 71 games with Tampa Bay in 2025 and hit
Royals Hire Marcus Thames as Hitting Coach
The Kansas City Royals announced today they have hired Marcus Thames (TEMS) to serve as a Hitting Coach on the Major League staff. He will work closely with Alec Zumwalt, Kansas City’s Sr. Director of Hitting Performance and Hitting Coach and Connor Dawson, who was hired as Hitting Coach last
Royals Announce 2026 Regular Season Home Game Times
The Kansas City Royals today announced their 2026 regular season home game times. The regular season scheduled was released in August. All game times are subject to change. After a 3-game series in Atlanta vs. the Braves on March 26, 28 and 29 to begin the season, the Royals will
Bobby Witt Jr. Named Rawlings Platinum Glove Award Winner
Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. tonight was named the 2025 Rawlings Platinum Glove Award winner for the American League. The award, which recognizes the top defensive player in each league via fan voting, was first established in 2011. Witt Jr. is the second Royals player to win Rawlings Platinum Glove
Bobby Witt Jr. Named 2025 Silver Slugger Award Winner
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. has been named the winner of the 2025 Silver Slugger Award, as announced tonight by Louisville Slugger. Witt Jr. was one of three finalists among American League shortstops, along with Toronto’s Bo Bichette and Houston’s Jeremy Peña. Including Witt Jr., the Royals had
Royals Hire Connor Dawson As Hitting Coach
The Kansas City Royals announced today they have hired Connor Dawson to serve as a Hitting Coach on the Major League staff. He will work closely with Alec Zumwalt, Kansas City’s Sr. Director of Hitting Performance and Hitting Coach. Dawson, 32, spent the last four seasons as a Hitting Coach
Royals Hire New President of Business Operations
The Kansas City Royals announced today that Cullen Maxey has joined the organization as President of Business Operations and will oversee all departments outside of baseball operations. Brooks Sherman, who previously held that title, will take on a new role as President of Real Estate and Development. “This is an
Royals exercise 2026 option with FanDuel Sports Network
The Kansas City Royals today announced that they have exercised their 2026 option with Main Street Sports Group, the owner of FanDuel Sports Network. During the 2026 season, Royals broadcasts will remain available across FanDuel Sports Network’s ubiquitous access model, including cable, satellite and vMVPD packages, TV Everywhere (TVE) streaming
Royals Announce 2026 Spring Training Schedule
In conjunction with Major League Baseball, the Royals today announced their 32-game exhibition schedule for 2026. Game times will be announced at a later date. The Royals will begin their 24th season in the Cactus League on Friday, Feb. 20 as the road team vs. the Texas Rangers at Surprise