The Royals have been searching for a middle-of-the-order bat throughout the offseason. Anthony Santander was evidently one such target. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that Kansas City made Santander a three-year, $66MM offer that included unspecified deferrals and would’ve allowed him to opt out after the second season. Of course, Santander declined that proposal in … [Read more...] about Royals Made Three-Year Offer To Santander Before Jays Deal
Royals To Sign Carlos Estévez
The Royals and right-hander Carlos Estévez are reportedly in agreement on a two-year deal that comes with a club option for 2027. It’s a $22MM guarantee for the Premier Talent Sports and Entertainment client, which includes a $2MM buyout on the option valued at $13MM. If the Royals exercise the option, the deal would reach $33MM over three seasons. The Royals have a full 40-man … [Read more...] about Royals To Sign Carlos Estévez
Lou Trivino Works Out For Teams
Free-agent righty Lou Trivino threw a bullpen session for interested clubs down in Florida yesterday, reports SI’s Pat Ragazzo. The incumbent Yankees were on hand to take a look, as were the Dodgers, Giants, Cubs, Reds, Royals and Guardians, per the report. That’s not an exhaustive list of the teams in attendance, but it speaks to a decent level of intrigue surrounding the … [Read more...] about Lou Trivino Works Out For Teams
Royals Sign Harold Castro To Minor League Contract
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