The latest move in a busy Royals offseason brought veteran second baseman/left fielder Adam Frazier to Kansas City on a one-year deal. Though Frazier has a long track record as an everyday player, Kansas City general manager J.J. Picollo suggested following the signing that Michael Massey will still be the regular second baseman, with Frazier operating in more of a utility role … [Read more...] about Picollo On Roles For Massey, Frazier
Mariners Acquire Samad Taylor From Royals
The Mariners announced that they have acquired infielder/outfielder Samad Taylor from the Royals in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations. Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reported earlier that the two sides were working on a small deal so that Kansas City could open up a roster spot for Adam Frazier, whose deal is now official. Taylor, 25, was able to make his … [Read more...] about Mariners Acquire Samad Taylor From Royals
Royals Sign Adam Frazier
The Royals have signed free agent second baseman Adam Frazier, the New York Post’s Jon Heyman reports (X link). It’s a one-year deal for Frazier, who is represented by agent Bo McKinnis. Frazier hit .240/.300/.396 over 445 plate appearances with the Orioles last season, after inking a one-year, $8MM contract back in December 2022. Brought in to provide some veteran leadership … [Read more...] about Royals Sign Adam Frazier
Royals Exploring Trade Market For High-Leverage Relievers
The Royals have been one of the game’s most active teams this winter but don’t appear done with their offseason just yet. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that Kansas City still hopes to add a closer to its bullpen and is currently looking at the trade market now that free agency has been largely picked over. While a handful of names have popped up on the trade market this … [Read more...] about Royals Exploring Trade Market For High-Leverage Relievers
Royals Sign Sandy León To Minor League Deal
The Royals announced that they have signed catcher Sandy León to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league Spring Training. The backstop is a client of The MAS+ Agency. León, 35 in March, has appeared in each of the past 12 major league seasons as a glove-first catcher. He had one terrific season at the plate, hitting .310/.369/.476 for the Red Sox in 2016. But … [Read more...] about Royals Sign Sandy León To Minor League Deal