Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Retaining your good players, what a concept! Seth Lugo was near the top of all “top trade candidates” articles last week. There was speculation he might just walk into the opposing dugout after his start against the Cubs at Wrigley Field last week. Sure, there were some reports that the Royals had some interest in keeping Lugo … [Read more...] about Seth Lugo signing shows the Royals are committed to contending
Gamethreads CIV and CV – Guardians at Royals
Photo by Jasen Vinlove/Miami Marlins/Getty Images Two baseball games to distract you from the trade deadline After last night’s rainout, the Royals get a pair of games against the rival just ahead of them in the playoff race, whether they still seek the division or would settle for a Wild Card, the path goes through the Cleveland Guardians. The first game, a makeup for … [Read more...] about Gamethreads CIV and CV – Guardians at Royals
Royals reportedly acquire veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk
Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images The Royals add a 33-year-old outfield bat. The Royals have acquired outfielder Randal Grichuk from the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to ESPN writer Jeff Passan. The 33-year-old was hitting .243/.280/.462 with seven home runs in 186 plate appearances this year. Jon Heyman reports the Royals will give up pitcher Andrew Hoffmann. Grichuk … [Read more...] about Royals reportedly acquire veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk
Royals split doubleheader with Guardians; 5-3, 4-6
Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images The Royals could only get Emmanuel Clase to blow one save. I guess let’s go ahead and talk about the first game first. Both pitchers were seemingly on their game early, but at least as much of the run prevention was just bad hitting by both sides. The Guardians wasted a lead-off double from Kyle Manzardo in the second inning. In the bottom … [Read more...] about Royals split doubleheader with Guardians; 5-3, 4-6
The two-seam fastball is the most undervalued pitch in baseball. And the Royals know it
Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images Even in an era where everyone wants to throw hard and get strikeouts, the two seamer is making its return For nearly every pitcher in baseball, establishing a quality fastball is one of the most essential steps for someone to find success. Fastball pitches (4-seam, 2-seam, sinker, cutter) make up just shy of 50% of all pitches thrown … [Read more...] about The two-seam fastball is the most undervalued pitch in baseball. And the Royals know it