The Royals announced that they have selected right-handers Ben Kudrna and Steven Zobac to their 40-man roster. That protects both players from being selected in next month’s Rule 5 draft. Kansas City’s 40-man roster count climbs from 37 to 39. The 22-year-old Kudrna was a second-rounder back in 2021. He’s long ranked among the top pitchers in what’s now a thin Royals system. … [Read more...] about Royals Select Ben Kudrna, Steven Zobac
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Royals hire McFerran from A’s to replace Bove as assistant pitching coach
How long of a leash should the Royals give Jac Caglianone to start 2026?
The Royals 2024 first-rounder burned through the farm system, but fell flat in his first MLB foray. How quickly should Kansas City fans panic in 2026? … [Read more...] about How long of a leash should the Royals give Jac Caglianone to start 2026?
Royals Hire Mike McFerran As Assistant Pitching Coach
The Royals have hired Mike McFerran as an assistant pitching coach, the club announced. The 32-year-old comes over from the Athletics organization, where he’d spent the past two seasons working with minor league pitchers. McFerran has never previously worked on an MLB staff. His two-year stint with the A’s was his first in a professional organization. McFerran had previously … [Read more...] about Royals Hire Mike McFerran As Assistant Pitching Coach
