The Royals announced the signing of infielder Kevin Newman and reliever Jose Cuas to minor league contracts. The team only officially announced a non-roster invite to Spring Training for Newman. Newman, 32, was a regular shortstop for the Pirates early in his career. He has played on different teams in each of the past four seasons, settling in as a light-hitting utility … [Read more...] about Royals Sign Kevin Newman, Jose Cuas To Minor League Deals
Royals Continuing To Explore Outfield Market
The Royals entered the offseason in pursuit of two outfielders — ideally adding one apiece via free agency and trade. They accomplished that last week, signing Lane Thomas to a $5.25MM deal and bringing in Isaac Collins in a trade with Milwaukee. Collins played mostly left field for the Brewers. He’s loosely penciled in there for now, while Thomas provides a right-handed … [Read more...] about Royals Continuing To Explore Outfield Market
Royals Exploring CJ Abrams, MacKenzie Gore, Jarren Duran In Trade Talks
The Royals have had discussions with the Nationals about shortstop CJ Abrams and left-hander MacKenzie Gore, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports. Jarren Duran also continues to be a player of interest, as Passan writes that Kansas City is still considering the Red Sox outfielder after first being linked to Duran’s market prior to last summer’s trade deadline. It is no secret that the … [Read more...] about Royals Exploring CJ Abrams, MacKenzie Gore, Jarren Duran In Trade Talks
Brewers To Trade Isaac Collins To Royals For Angel Zerpa
The Brewers are sending outfielder Isaac Collins and right-hander Nick Mears to the Royals, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. Left-hander Angel Zerpa is heading to Milwaukee in the swap, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. Kansas City entered the offseason with a plan to add outfielders. The club made good on those intentions this week. After signing Lane Thomas on Friday, the Royals … [Read more...] about Brewers To Trade Isaac Collins To Royals For Angel Zerpa
Royals, Reds Among Teams With Interest In Jake Meyers
The Astros are known to have made center fielder Jake Meyers available in trade conversations as they pursue starting pitching. Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports that the Reds, Royals, Dodgers and White Sox are among the clubs that have shown interest. Meyers, 29, is an excellent defender who is coming off the best season of his career at the plate. He hit .292/.354/.373 with … [Read more...] about Royals, Reds Among Teams With Interest In Jake Meyers