The Kansas City Royals have selected the Crossroads location for its new stadium. Team leaders announced Tuesday as they released new renderings. The Royals’ proposed $2 billion ballpark district is boarded by Grand Boulevard to the west, Locust Street to the east, Truman Road to the north, and 17th Street to the south. Royals owner, John Sherman, believes that Kansas City is … [Read more...] about The Royals Have Unveiled Plans For a New stadium in Kansas City
Kansas City Royals, Bobby Witt Jr., Agree to Club-Record Extension
The Kansas City Royals and shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. are in agreement on an 11-year, $288.8 million extension. Jeff Passan of ESPN explained that the extension can go up to 14 years through a three-year option. It would give it a 14-year, $377 million ceiling. Witt said this regarding his new contract. “I am incredibly grateful to the Sherman family and the Royals front office … [Read more...] about Kansas City Royals, Bobby Witt Jr., Agree to Club-Record Extension
Adam Frazier Signs with the Royals On a 1-Year Deal
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Kansas City Royals have signed Adam Frazier to a one-year, $2 million deal with an $8.5 million mutual option for 2025. Frazier, 32, is a veteran of eight years who started his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates. He played for Pittsburgh from 2016-2021, making the All-Star Game in his final season with the club. He was traded to … [Read more...] about Adam Frazier Signs with the Royals On a 1-Year Deal
Royals Trade Taylor Clarke to Brewers, Finalizing Lugo’s 3-Year Deal
The Kansas City Royals traded Taylor Clarke to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for a pair of Minor Leaguers. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, right-hander Ryan Brady and infielder Cam Devanney will be headed to the Royals. The trade of Clarke opens a spot on Kansas City’s 40-man roster for newly signed pitcher Seth Lugo. Neither Bradt nor Devanney is on the 40-man roster. … [Read more...] about Royals Trade Taylor Clarke to Brewers, Finalizing Lugo’s 3-Year Deal
Royals Add Seth Lugo to a 3-Year, $45M Deal
Even when Seth Lugo was one of the better relievers in the Mets’ bullpen, he knew he could be a legitimate starter in the majors. After proving it last season with the San Diego Padres, the right-hander turned a robust free agent market to a three-year, $45 million contract with the Kansas City Royals. The Padres signed Lugo last winter, giving him a chance to prove himself as … [Read more...] about Royals Add Seth Lugo to a 3-Year, $45M Deal