Royals president J.J. Picollo pledges an aggressive offseason strategy after a 93-loss season but clarifies it won't mean heavy payroll spending. Bullpen and starting rotation upgrades are priorities, with potential roster trades on the table. 🏟️
Vinnie Pasquantino's late-season resurgence offers a glimmer of hope for the Royals. Despite a tough start and injuries, his strong finish suggests potential for a brighter 2027. Can the Royals capitalize on this momentum? Eyes on next season. 🌟
Royals GM J.J. Picollo labels 2026 a letdown, stressing the need for roster improvement after a 69-93 finish. Major changes include overhauling the training staff as the team aims for long-term success. 🏟️
Royals GM J.J. Picollo outlines plans for 2027, including staff changes. Hitting coach Alec Zumwalt is reassigned, while Marcus Thames and Connor Dawson remain as assistants. Expect a new assistant hitting coach soon. 🔄
Royals hitting coach Alec Zumwalt is out after struggles with the team's offense. Despite improvements later in the season, early slumps and injuries plagued key players like Bobby Witt Jr., leading to this coaching shakeup. ⚾
The Royals unexpectedly reassigned hitting coach Alec Zumwalt despite the offense showing improvement, finishing with a 98 WRC+ and ranking first in doubles. Fans anticipated changes on the pitching side, given the team's struggles and 4.84 ERA.
Carter Jensen capped a stellar rookie season with a bang, winning both AL Rookie and Player of the Month for September. He hit .338 with 8 homers and led AL in doubles, slugging, and OPS. The Royals' budding star has fans buzzing. 🤩
The Royals are set to replace hitting coach Alec Zumwalt, who will be reassigned within the organization as senior director of hitting performance. Despite some offensive strides, Kansas City's struggles at the plate persist, prompting the change.
Alec Zumwalt is out as Royals hitting coach but stays as senior director of hitting performance. Despite improvements, KC's offense struggled early. Key players faltered, while Carter Jensen and Jac Caglianone shined. Coaching staff changes may loom.
Former Royals, like Jonathan Bowlan (Phillies) and Andrew Benintendi (White Sox), are seeking playoff success elsewhere. Bowlan thrived with a 3.36 ERA in Philly, while Benintendi struggles with the White Sox. Keep an eye on these familiar faces this postseason. ⚾
Transaction Alert: The Kansas City Royals activated RHP Craig Kimbrel from the bereavement list. 📋
Carter Jensen dazzled in September, earning both AL Rookie and Player of the Month honors. The Royals catcher hit .338 with eight homers, boasting a 1.194 OPS. Jensen, alongside Jac Caglianone, powered 50 of KC’s 170 homers this season. 🔥
Carter Jensen shines for the Royals, clinching AL Player of the Month for September. The 23-year-old catcher ended his rookie season with a .338 average, eight homers, and a league-leading 19 extra-base hits. Jensen's OPS of 1.194 topped all qualified hitters. 🔥
The Royals have high hopes for 17-year-old prospect Angeibel Gomez, sending him to the Arizona Fall League. Already the second youngest in AFL history, Gomez flaunted a .361/.467/.653 slash line in the Dominican Summer League, hinting at a bright future. 🌟
The Royals are gearing up for 2027 after a disappointing 2026 season plagued by a slow start and injuries. With key players like Michael Wacha and Seth Lugo sticking around, the focus is on returning to winning ways and a potential playoff push.
Bobby Witt Jr., Jac Caglianone, and Carter Jensen are finalists for the All-MLB Team. Witt Jr. leads all shortstops with 45 steals and an fWAR of 7.0. Jensen set a rookie record with 64 extra-base hits, while Caglianone's hot August earned him AL Player of the Month.
The Royals' 2026 season was marred by bullpen woes, with a disastrous 6.65 ERA in the ninth inning. Despite a strong finish from young hitters like Caglianone and Jensen, injuries and underperforming veterans like Salvador Perez contributed to a 69-93 record.
The 2026 Kansas City Royals season ended with a dismal 93 losses, failing in most facets, especially the bullpen with a 6.65 ERA late in games. Despite struggles, young stars like Carter Jensen and Jac Caglianone offered a glimpse of hope for the future.
The Royals' rough 2026 season concludes, marked by unmet expectations and a pitching staff that faltered down the stretch. A late-season collapse highlighted their struggles, as hopes dwindled after a pivotal loss to Cleveland. Time to regroup and reassess.
Carter Jensen's standout rookie season ends on a high note, setting a record with 20 homers as a leadoff catcher. Despite a tough year, Royals fans have a rising star to watch. 🏆
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