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The Kansas City Royals reportedly acquired shortstop Paul DeJong from the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, according to multiple reports. Both teams are playing each other in Chicago, so DeJong won’t have to get on a plane to join his new organization. The Royals are the infielder’s fifth team in the last two seasons. The move is Kansas City’s third in the last 24 hours, with the … [Read more...] about Royals Add Infield Depth in Trade with White Sox

The Kansas City Royals are adding some depth to their pitching staff. Kansas City announced on Monday that have have acquired Texas Rangers right-hander Michael Lorenzen in exchange for left-hander Walter Pennington. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported before the announcement that the Royals were showing interest in Lorenzen. The trade comes a day after the Rangers dealt a … [Read more...] about Royals Trade for Right-Hander to Bolster Their Already Good Pitching Staff

The Royals are among many teams drawing plenty of interest in hot shot reliever/closer Tanner Scott from the Miami Marlins. He’s also been eyed by the Orioles, Yankees, Diamondbacks, Mariners, Phillies and the Dodgers. These are all teams who are doing especially well in the standings. Whichever team Scott goes to, it will, without doubt, add the icing on the cake to an already … [Read more...] about Royals Interested In Clutch Closer

Tonight’s Home Run Derby officially kicks off the All-Star Game festivities.  Players and fans alike get the opportunity to “wow” at the barrage of long balls being smashed. Names that many fans associate with big flies and ridiculous exit velocity i.e. Oneil Cruz, Elly De La Cruz, Aaron Judge, and others opted out of the Derby. With those players out let’s look at who IS in … [Read more...] about How To Bet The 2024 Home Run Derby

The 2024 MLB Draft is here. Teams will come together to make their picks with an eye toward the future. The draft will again be part of All-Star week and will feature 20 rounds, with the first 74 picks– the first two rounds, compensatory rounds, Competitive Balance Rounds and prospect promotion incentive selections on the first night. Days 2 (Rounds 3-10) and 3 (Rounds 11-20) … [Read more...] about 2024 MLB Draft Tracker: 1st-Round Results and Analysis