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Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Royals letdown earns record contract in NBP after incredible rebound</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/former-royals-letdown-earns-record-contract-in-nbp-after-incredible-rebound?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Caleb Moody</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6h42eznmn</guid><description>While the Royals may be focused on returning to contention in 2027, a former failed experiment is cashing in big on his overseas success.</description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4236,h_2382,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m6h43xs9y8pdch1p1w.jpg" caption="Mar 30, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals outfielder Franmil Reyes (99) bats during the ninth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Caleb Moody"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Rays&#39; decision on Drew Rasmussen gives the Royals the perfect rotation upgrade for 2027</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/rays-decision-on-drew-rasmussen-gives-the-royals-the-perfect-rotation-upgrade-for-2027?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6egatd00c</guid><description>The Royals need to upgrade their starting rotation this offseason, and a window to acquire an ace via trade may have just opened up.</description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3924,h_2207,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m6emvgw43s7d88yj89.jpg" caption="Oct 28, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA;  Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen (57) reacts during the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in game five of the 2026 World Series at Tropicana Field.  Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals outfield problem has internal fix that keeps looking better</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-outfield-problem-has-internal-fix-that-keeps-looking-better?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6evnfbgjv</guid><description>The Royals have a young outfielder who was just named one of the best defenders in the minors last season, and he could be their answer in center field next season.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 22:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5036,h_2832,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m6gz5fgdp94j55xdg8.jpg" caption="Jun 9, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals left fielder Isaac Collins (1) and right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) and center fielder Kyle Isbel (28) celebrate in the outfield after the win over the Texas Rangers at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals could make the Red Sox regret holding onto Jarren Duran</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-could-make-the-red-sox-regret-holding-onto-jarren-duran?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Caleb Moody</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6etbxywvq</guid><description>The Royals have some work to do in the outfield and perhaps they may be able to land an ideal offseason trade target a year later than they maybe hoped for.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:54:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8304,h_4671,x_676,y_541/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m6ete9xrxas777xzjw.jpg" caption="Sep 4, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;  Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran (16) looks out to the crowed after striking out in the 4th inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.  Mandatory Credit: Jamie LeBlanc-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Caleb Moody"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>MLB insider identifies one perfect Royals&#39; buy-low outfielder and one to avoid</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/mlb-insider-identifies-one-perfect-royals-buy-low-outfielder-one-to-avoid?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6293x81n7</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals need to find a center fielder this offseason, and former GM Jim Bowden predicted two options: one they should consider, and one they shouldn&#39;t.</description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2016,h_1134,x_509,y_32/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m62f0gqxt4546srdss.jpg" caption="Oct 7, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA;  New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham (12) reacts after striking out during the seventh inning against the Tampa Bay Rays in game three of the ALDS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jim Bowden predicts Royals move for Gleyber Torres that could backfire</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/jim-bowden-predicts-royals-move-gleyber-torres-could-backfire?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5zs4yvegp</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals are likely to use the open market this offseason, but listening to this prediction would be the wrong thing to do.</description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:20:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2752,h_1548,x_508,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m625k4t7055bweq84s.jpg" caption="Sep 14, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN;  Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (25) throws to first base to put out Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (not pictured) at first base during the fifth inning at Rogers Centre.  Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Betting on Tony Gonsolin is the type of high-upside gamble the Royals need to take</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/betting-tony-gonsolin-type-high-upside-gamble-royals-need?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m66rdntt50</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals made the smart decision to exercise Tony Gonsolin&#39;s team option; he is the perfect low-risk, high-reward option in their rotation.</description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:23:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3026,h_1702,x_51,y_215/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m68qsm6qakxpb283z9.jpg" caption="Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin (26) reacts | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Grading the Royals’ 2026 outfield reveals a weakness they must fix this offseason</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/grading-royals-2026-outfield-reveals-weakness-must-fix-offseason?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Swigonski</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5zys4sakm</guid><description>Outside of one star, the Kansas City Royals were let down by subpar play from the majority of their outfield in 2026.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:13:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2383,h_1340,x_501,y_361/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5zz1887mmdcy22hd0.jpg" caption="Aug 21, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA;  Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) dives for a line drive in the outfield during the second inning against the Detroit Tigers at Kauffman Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Swigonski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>2 free agents targets the Royals are glad can&#39;t get a qualifying offer and 1 who could</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/2-free-agents-targets-royals-glad-cant-get-qualifying-offer-1-who-could?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5yst2dx4j</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals have never signed a player who has received a qualifying offer. Luckily, there are good players this winter who are ineligible.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:01:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1833,h_1031,x_428,y_211/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5ywt22s4agn7t29hj.jpg" caption="Oct 6, 2026; San Diego, California, USA;  San Diego Padres pitcher Michael King (34) pitches during the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in game three of the NLDS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park.  Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>6 Royals prospects who could be protected no matter what happens with Rule 5 Draft</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/6-royals-prospects-could-protected-no-matter-what-happens-rule-5-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5wn3x3bkw</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals are going to need to find some roster spots for more than a few players who should be protected from the Rule 5 draft this offseason.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:12:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4519,h_2541,x_575,y_609/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m619pgz3387jfasvqe.jpg" caption="Kansas City Royals outfielder Gavin Cross | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Grading every Royals infielder reveals who stood out in 2026</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/grading-every-royals-infielder-reveals-who-stood-out-2026?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Swigonski</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5zxgb4mkf</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals had a lot of flaws throughout the 2026 season, but the team&#39;s infield was not one of them. </description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:02:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3114,h_1751,x_902,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5zxv5mynw2jkmvdzr.jpg" caption="Sep 23, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA;  Kansas City Royals second baseman Michael Massey (19) and shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) run off the field in the fourth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Swigonski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals could solve one major problem with Randy Arozarena but not the biggest</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-could-solve-one-major-problem-randy-arozarena-but-not-biggest?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Caleb Moody</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5ypzn7yjr</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals have plenty of work to do this offseason, but should a free agent splash for Randy Arozarena be at the top of their to-do list in the coming months?</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:33:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5233,h_2943,x_1445,y_500/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5yq3asg4xz8qtkhek.jpg" caption="Sep 3, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) hits a double against the Athletics during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Caleb Moody"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 low-cost acquisitions who could help rebuild the Royals bullpen for 2027</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/3-low-cost-acquisitions-who-could-help-rebuild-royals-bullpen-2027?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Caleb Moody</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5jerry5cs</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals will have their work cut out for them when it comes to addressing their lowly bullpen. Could these three names be solutions for 2027?</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:21:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2749,h_1546,x_806,y_83/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5jjjfd3fgcqfjhk8e.jpg" caption="Apr 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher A.J. Puk (33) looks on during the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Caleb Moody"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>1 free agent from each AL Central rival the Royals should zero in on</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/1-free-agent-each-al-central-rival-royals-should-zero-in-on?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5nv6gj84w</guid><description>There are plenty free agents to-be set to hit the open market this offseason. Are any former AL Central rivals worth the Kansas City Royals&#39; time?</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:14:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3235,h_1819,x_2265,y_331/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5qq6gsa2fn2y5e9rh.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA;  Cleveland Guardians pitcher Foster Griffin (22) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays during the second inning in game four of the ALCS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Progressive Field.  Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>1 off-the-wall Royals trade with each division rival that would be mutually beneficial</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/1-off-the-wall-royals-trade-each-division-rival-mutually-beneficial?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Swigonski</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5qhtvb638</guid><description>Making bonkers trades within the AL Central are not exactly the forte of the Kansas City Royals, but it is fun to imagine a few. </description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:13:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4754,h_2674,x_0,y_198/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5qj2kgada5tq0gfd3.jpg" caption="Sep 20, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Kansas City Royals designated hitter Jac Caglianone (14) takes the field to warm up before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.  Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Swigonski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals&#39; future looks even brighter after prospect&#39;s perfect outing</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-future-looks-even-brighter-after-prospect-perfect-outing?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5j0m9z21a</guid><description>A Kansas City Royals top prospect showed off his stuff in the Arizona Fall League, and it should have fans dreaming of the future of the starting rotation.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:26:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4219,h_2373,x_638,y_25/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5j0pg48g9tzqs7eja.jpg" caption="Texas A&amp;M pitcher Justin Lamkin (33) throws the ball during a NCAA baseball game against Texas A&amp;M in Athens, Ga., on Friday, May 16, 2025. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals could make a painful but brilliant move to build around Jac Caglianone </title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-could-make-painful-but-brilliant-move-build-around-jac-caglianone?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Swigonski</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5j5rczjzk</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals will have to get creative with their roster if they wish to get the most out of star Jac Caglianone.  </description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:14:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4500,h_2531,x_0,y_168/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5j6qd1jnjahey5pj8.jpg" caption="Sep 3, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA;  Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) gets a hand from designated hitter Vinnie Pasquantino (9) after scoring a run in the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at Kauffman Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Swigonski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals could make a bold trade for Steven Kwan and reshape their lineup</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-could-make-bold-trade-steven-kwan-reshape-lineup?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5frz635b0</guid><description>The price would be high, but Cleveland Guardians&#39; star Steven Kwan could be the perfect fit for the Kansas City Royals&#39; outfield problems this offseason.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:13:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3082,h_1733,x_984,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m5g3aejbgh1c9k5ddq.jpg" caption="Sep 2, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan (38) bats during the seventh inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. 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The Royals defeated the Rangers 6-3. 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Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Swigonski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals could benefit from MLB&#39;s playoff proposal sooner than expected</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-could-benefit-from-mlb-playoff-proposal-sooner-expected?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4h4596bmx</guid><description>MLB&#39;s newest collective bargaining proposal has a rule that could actually help the Kansas City Royals&#39; chances in the playoffs.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1824,h_1026,x_234,y_74/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m4jv7b8zr6y44qjnth.jpg" caption="Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred walks out | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 indispensable pieces of the Royals future, 2 players on the discard pile</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/5-indispensable-pieces-royals-future-2-players-discard-pile?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m48qxw2yfg</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals need to figure out who they want to build around and who needs to go so a return to the postseason becomes a reality.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:05:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4507,h_2535,x_1867,y_238/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m48vcdgycg2adn0z0q.jpg" caption="Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans (55) pitches | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timing is perfect for Royals to make aggressive trade push for Braves&#39; Ronald Acuña Jr.</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/timing-perfect-royals-make-aggressive-trade-push-braves-ronald-acuna-jr?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4gfan418e</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals should make the aggressive move this offseason and use Ronald Acuna Jr.&#39;s potential fallout with the Atlanta Braves as the catalyst.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1538,h_865,x_199,y_93/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m4gp1w0gd35av8v1xs.jpg" caption="Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) reacts | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Carter Jensen keeps racking up the honors for incredible rookie season</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/carter-jensen-keeps-racking-up-honors-incredible-rookie-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4brex0b81</guid><description>Another media outlet has honored Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen after an incredible rookie season that blew the projection systems out of the water</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:01:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2620,h_1473,x_508,y_359/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m4bx5zsf6q3gxqv46c.jpg" caption="Sep 11, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen (22) celebrates after hitting a double during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Natalie Reid-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Reds&#39; qualifying offer decision could open the door for a Royals reunion</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/reds-qualifying-offer-decision-could-open-door-royals-reunion?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m495xxk8xd</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals should consider a reunion with Brady Singer this offseason, as long as the Reds don&#39;t extend him the qualifying offer</description><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2336,h_1314,x_1282,y_436/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m497s9s278n34nhm8j.jpg" caption="Oct 9, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Brady Singer (51) seventh in the ninth inning against the New York Yankees  during game three of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals bold trade deadline strategy will shape their offseason (for better or worse)</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-bold-trade-deadline-strategy-will-shape-offseason-better-or-worse?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matthew Swigonski</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m46v4xm3k5</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals had the perfect opportunity to improve their team at the trade deadline, but they chose to keep the mediocre band together instead. </description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:01:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4058,h_2282,x_0,y_86/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m46vbydt3w6rnmv1a1.jpg" caption="Aug 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Wacha (52) delivers in the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Swigonski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals could make costly mistake giving up on Lucas Erceg too early</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-could-make-costly-mistake-giving-up-on-lucas-erceg-too-early?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m46fhdhgp5</guid><description>Lucas Erceg is in for a salary raise that could look unwarranted after the season he had, but it shouldn&#39;t mean the Royals decide to let him be a free agent</description><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:16:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2434,h_1369,x_1298,y_261/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m46hjy60cejk8gsr92.jpg" caption="Sep 27, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA;  Kansas City Royals pitcher Lucas Erceg (60) pitches during the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium.  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Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matthew Swigonski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royals picked the wrong scapegoat after pitching let them down in 2026</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/royals-picked-wrong-scapegoat-after-pitching-let-them-down-2026?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3q80hztqt</guid><description>The Kansas City Royals reassigned the hitter coach to another role in the organization, despite the fact that the offense wasn&#39;t really the problem this season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:08:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4867,h_2737,x_157,y_566/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m3qe7hed5p3h0evapq.jpg" caption="Kansas City Royals catcher Freddy Fermin (34) high fives Kansas City Royals senior director of hitting | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Burrows"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Carter Jensen&#39;s double honor put an exclamation point on his Royals&#39; rookie season</title><link>https://kingsofkauffman.com/carter-jensen-double-honor-put-exclamation-point-royals-rookie-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Burrows</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3py69w3y2</guid><description>Carter Jensen won AL Rookie and Player of the Month for September. The Kansas City Royals have something special in their budding backstop.</description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:12:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5617,h_3159,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/7/01m3q618kkftst3wt9h3.jpg" caption="Sep 25, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA;  Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen (22) celebrates in the dugout after scoring during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium.  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