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Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images Lugo will be staying in KC. The Royals have signed pitcher Seth Lugo to a contract extension, according to ESPN reporter Jeff Passan. Lugo had a $15 million player option for next year that he was likely to decline. BREAKING: Right-hander Seth Lugo and the Kansas City Royals are finalizing a multiyear contract extension, sources tell ESPN. … [Read more...] about Royals sign Seth Lugo to a two-year, $46 million contract extension

Photo by Keith Gillett/Icon Sportswire/Corbis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The weather and the trade market heats up. Jonathan India won the first game Saturday with a walk-off home run, writes Anne Rogers. “I want that moment,” India said. “I want to be in that moment every time. I embrace the failure. I think it teaches you how to become better. So for me, failing … [Read more...] about Royals Rumblings – News for July 28, 2025

Plusget to know the 2025 Hall of Fame class a bit better! In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco break down a pivotal week for the Kansas City Royals. Coming off a post-All-Star break resurgence, the Royals are 5-2 in their last seven games—but an injury to Kris Bubic could derail the team’s momentum. The duo dives into the … [Read more...] about Injuries, Cleveland Series Win Start Royals’ Trade Deadline Week!

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

July 28: The Royals announced that Lugo has been signed to a two-year contract extension that covers the 2026-27 seasons and includes a vesting option for the 2028 campaign. July 27: Seth Lugo has gone from a potential trade candidate to rotation cornerstone, as the right-hander and the Royals are in the final stages of negotiating a new contract extension.  The new deal is a … [Read more...] about Royals Sign Seth Lugo To Extension