The MLB Playoffs are underway and, for the seventh straight year, the KC Royals find themselves mere spectators, the consequence of barely escaping a 100-loss season and finishing last in the American League Central. Playing in the postseason, however, are a few familiar former Royals. Unfortunately, none enjoyed outstanding games as the playoffs kicked off […] KC Royals News: … [Read more...] about KC Royals News: Manager search, MLB Playoffs, and more
Why the KC Royals are thinking about Pedro Grifol
Fresh from cutting manager Mike Matheny loose the night before, KC Royals Executive Vice President and General Manager J.J. Picollo met with writers and broadcasters at Kauffman Stadium Thursday. He didn’t introduce Matheny’s replacement; it was much too soon for that. Nor did he list any frontrunners for the position. Picollo did, however, per Kansas […] Why the KC Royals are … [Read more...] about Why the KC Royals are thinking about Pedro Grifol
KC Royals: Lopsided loss fittingly ends bad season
KC Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino homered in the first inning against Cleveland at Progressive Field Wednesday afternoon. Few across baseball likely knew of the blast’s importance to Pasquantino. It was his 10th homer of the year, a meaningful achievement for the increasingly popular rookie who played only 72 times this season but long ago […] KC Royals: Lopsided loss … [Read more...] about KC Royals: Lopsided loss fittingly ends bad season
Finale could be game of ‘lasts’ for the KC Royals
Late Tuesday night in Seattle, long after the KC Royals lost for the 96th time this season, the Mariners finished off a doubleheader sweep of Detroit. The Tigers losing twice narrowed to one game the gap between them and last place Kansas City. So it is that this afternoon’s season finale against Cleveland at Progressive […] Finale could be game of ‘lasts’ for the KC Royals - … [Read more...] about Finale could be game of ‘lasts’ for the KC Royals
KC Royals: The Mike Matheny-Cal Eldred days are over
At times, KC Royals manager Mike Matheny appeared subdued as he skippered his club to a 9-2 season-ending loss to Cleveland Wednesday afternoon. Perhaps it was because his club was losing for the 97th time this year. Or maybe he already knew what the Royals would announce just a few hours later. He’s no longer […] KC Royals: The Mike Matheny-Cal Eldred days are over - Kings of … [Read more...] about KC Royals: The Mike Matheny-Cal Eldred days are over