As we’re now well into preseason in 2018, another piece comes off the board in the stagnant free agent market. Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports broke the news that Mike Moustakas will be returning home to the Kansas City Royals. Mike Moustakas' deal has a $5.5M salary in 2018 with $2.2 million in performance bonuses. There is a mutual option for $15 million in 2019 with a $1 … [Read more...] about Mike Moustakas re-signs with the Kansas City Royals
Royals Acquire Leadoff Man And Outfielder From Reds
The Cincinnati Reds have traded Jonathan India and Joey Wiemer to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for right-handed pitcher Brady Singer. The Reds will be gaining a youthful right-hander at 28 years old who will be interesting to see perform. This trade was speculated earlier this week and was discussed on MLB Hot Stove by hosts Matt Vasgersian and Harold Reynolds. India, who … [Read more...] about Royals Acquire Leadoff Man And Outfielder From Reds
Royals Eyeing Two Right-Handed Bats in Trade Talks
The Kansas City Royals are casting a wide net in their offseason trade pursuits. According to Anne Rogers of MLB.com, the Royals are actively exploring multiple trade opportunities this offseason. Rogers reports that the Royals have already engaged in discussions with several clubs. The Royals have reportedly discussed a trade with the Cincinnati Reds, centered around … [Read more...] about Royals Eyeing Two Right-Handed Bats in Trade Talks
Winning Player With a Big Personality is a Free Agent Once Again
Outfielder Tommy Pham represented one of the multiple quality veterans that lingered on the free agent market last offseason. Coming off a resurgent season split between the New York Mets and Arizona Diamondbacks, Pham refused to sign a contract less than his worth. Various teams expressed interest, but he ultimately signed a minor league deal with the Chicago White Sox in … [Read more...] about Winning Player With a Big Personality is a Free Agent Once Again
Royals Starter Signs Three-Year Extension with Option for 2028
Kansas City Royals starter Michael Wacha will be returning to the team in 2025 on a three-year, $51 million deal with a club option for 2028. With this, the deal would max out at four years for $72 million. In 2024, Wacha recorded a 13-8 record with a 3.35 ERA with 145 strikeouts across 166 2/3 innings of work. The 33-year-old right-hander won the NLCS MVP in 2013 with the St. … [Read more...] about Royals Starter Signs Three-Year Extension with Option for 2028