A year ago, the Kansas City Royals lost seven of their first 10 games, winning seven of them by the end of April. But now, the Royals have a 6-4 record and are over .500 for the first time in two years. They are tied with the Cleveland Guardians for second place in the American League Central. The Royals are even off to a nice start at home with a 5-2 record at Kauffman Stadium … [Read more...] about Stats That Show the Royals Solid Start Isn’t a Fluke
Royals Set Starting Rotation as Competition is Solidified
Following a 100-loss season, the Kansas City Royals were determined to stabilize its starting rotation this winter. That led to a spending spree that brought in veteran arms to complement exciting young arms. The organization’s pitching development system has received criticism in recent years. However, it might be starting to pay off, as indicated by breakout starter Cole … [Read more...] about Royals Set Starting Rotation as Competition is Solidified
Royals’ 2020 Draft Pick Undergoes Surgery, Will Not Pitch in 2024
Kansas City Royals left-hander Asa Lacy announced on Instagram that he’ll miss the 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery. Lacy will be sidelined into the early portion of the 2025 season. The No. 4 pick in the 2020 MLB Draft was ranked as one of the top pitching prospects following that selection. However, he has been dealt with injuries and inconsistent performances … [Read more...] about Royals’ 2020 Draft Pick Undergoes Surgery, Will Not Pitch in 2024
Breakout Arm Tabbed Opening Day Starter for Kansas City
The Kansas City Royals officially named Cole Ragans as the team’s Opening Day against the Minnesota Twins on March 28. This will mark Ragan’s first career Opening Day assignment while 2024 will serve as his first full season as a big league starter. “We felt like we had a lot of good choices,” Royals manager Matt Quatraro told reporters. “But based on what he did here last year … [Read more...] about Breakout Arm Tabbed Opening Day Starter for Kansas City
The 5 Most Improved MLB Teams Heading Into 2024
The 2023-24 MLB offseason has been one of the slower-moving ones in recent memory. Sure, there were some major moves, including the largest contract in professional sports history (more on that later). However, news of major trades and free agent signings came in dribs and drabs. The deluge of breaking news that usually occurs at least once per offseason was nowhere to be found … [Read more...] about The 5 Most Improved MLB Teams Heading Into 2024