Fans in Kansas City are awaiting news on the status of their first baseman after Vinnie Pasquantino exited today’s game with what the Royals announced as a right hamstring strain. The club added that Pasquantino will continue to be evaluated, and MLB.com’s Anne Rogers adds the club expects to know more tomorrow about the severity of the issue, including whether or not the … [Read more...] about Vinnie Pasquantino Exits Game With Hamstring Strain
MLBTR Podcast: What We Learned From The Offseason
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Steve Adams and Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… At the … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: What We Learned From The Offseason
Cavan Biggio Expected To Make Royals’ Roster
The Royals announced a wide slate of cuts this morning. Infielder Harold Castro, righty Taylor Clarke, catcher Brian O’Keefe and infielder Tyler Tolbert were all reassigned to minor league camp. All were non-roster invitees. Meanwhile, infielder Nick Loftin and outfielders Drew Waters and Joey Wiemer were optioned to Triple-A Omaha. That leaves just 26 players in camp — one of … [Read more...] about Cavan Biggio Expected To Make Royals’ Roster
Royals Release Ross Stripling, Luke Maile
The Royals announced this morning that they’ve granted both right-hander Ross Stripling and catcher Luke Maile their release. Both players had opt-out opportunities in their contracts as Article XX(B) free agents and requested their release if not added to the club’s active roster. Stripling, 35, is the more well-known player of the two. He debuted back in 2016 with the Dodgers … [Read more...] about Royals Release Ross Stripling, Luke Maile
Royals Outright Nick Pratto, Nelson Velazquez; Phillies Claim Carlos Hernandez
The Royals have cleared three spots on their 40-man roster, according to a report from Anne Rogers of MLB.com. The club placed first baseman Nick Pratto, outfielder Nelson Velazquez, and right-hander Carlos Hernandez on waivers. Hernandez was claimed by the Phillies, while both Pratto and Velazquez cleared waivers and have been outrighted to Triple-A. The Phillies subsequently … [Read more...] about Royals Outright Nick Pratto, Nelson Velazquez; Phillies Claim Carlos Hernandez