The Royals announced that utilityman Harold Castro was signed to a minor league contract. The 31-year-old Castro will get an invitation to Kansas City’s big league spring camp. Castro is no stranger to the AL Central, as he spent his entire pro career (and his first five MLB seasons) with the Tigers before joining the Rockies on a minor league deal prior to the 2023 season. … [Read more...] about Royals Sign Harold Castro To Minor League Contract
Nolan Arenado Reportedly Less Likely To Be Traded
The Nolan Arenado saga has been perhaps the main storyline of the Cardinals’ offseason. As the club looks to scale back payroll and open up playing time for younger players (Nolan Gorman, in particular), Arenado has become one of the most prominent trade candidates in the sport. His full no-trade clause, downturn at the plate since 2023 and remaining three years and $74MM … [Read more...] about Nolan Arenado Reportedly Less Likely To Be Traded
Royals Claim Braden Shewmake
The Royals announced that they have claimed Braden Shewmake off waivers from the White Sox. The infielder had been designated for assignment by Chicago a week ago when they acquired left-hander Tyler Gilbert. Shewmake, 27, was the 21st overall pick of the 2019 draft, selected by the Braves out of Texas A&M. He’s appeared in parts of two big league seasons between Atlanta … [Read more...] about Royals Claim Braden Shewmake
Royals To Re-Sign Michael Lorenzen
The Royals and Michael Lorenzen are reportedly in agreement on a one-year, $7MM contract. The deal, which is pending a physical, comes with a $5.5MM salary for next season. There’s a $12MM mutual option for 2026 that would come with a $1.5MM buyout if the Royals decline their end of the option. The contract also contains $1MM in performance bonuses for the CAA client. Lorenzen … [Read more...] about Royals To Re-Sign Michael Lorenzen
Royals Sign Cavan Biggio To Minor League Contract
The Royals announced that utilityman Cavan Biggio has been signed to a minor league contract. While no mention was made in the team’s official announcement, it can be assumed that Biggio received an invitation to Kansas City’s big league Spring Training camp. K.C. is Biggio’s fifth different organization within the last seven months. Biggio had spent his entire pro career … [Read more...] about Royals Sign Cavan Biggio To Minor League Contract