Royals Sign Reliever Hobie Harris to Minor League Deal
Kansas City agreed to a minor league contract with the 33-year-old right-handed reliever, who will join big league camp as a non-roster invitee.
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Coverage here follows baseball in the City of Fountains, from the Major League club through the minor league system. Reporting takes in games, trades, contracts, front office decisions and the business around the sport.
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November 6, 2026
Witt Wins Heart & Hustle Award Third TimeThe Kansas City Royals shortstop becomes the first player to claim the honor three times.
November 5, 2026
Royals Hire Hunter Mense as Hitting CoachMense leaves the San Francisco Giants after one season as their hitting coach to join Kansas City's staff.
November 5, 2026
Royals Hire Hunter Mense as Hitting CoachKansas City agreed to hire Mense, who most recently served as Giants hitting coach, after replacing Alec Zumwalt in the role.
November 4, 2026
Royals Release Twelve Players to Minor League Free AgencyTwelve Kansas City Royals players became minor league free agents after six seasons without a 40-man roster spot.
November 2, 2026
Royals Eye Bullpen Arms, Prospect GomezKC Sports Network host Joel Penfield outlines simulated 2027 Royals roster moves and prospect outlook.
October 31, 2026
Catcher Luke Maile Elects Free AgencyThe veteran backstop is officially entering the open market following his 2026 campaign with the Kansas City Royals.
October 31, 2026
Royals Prospects Gain Experience in Arizona Fall LeagueNine Kansas City prospects are playing for the Surprise Saguaros as they continue their development this fall.
October 29, 2026
Royals Decline Carlos Estévez 2027 Club OptionThe Kansas City Royals have opted against exercising the $13 million contract option for the 33-year-old pitcher.
October 29, 2026
Royals Exercise $2.5 Million Option on Tony GonsolinKansas City retains the pitcher as he nears his return to major league action following elbow surgery.
October 29, 2026
Royals Prospect Zion Rose Caps Strong Rookie SeasonThe 21-year-old draft pick is currently competing in the Arizona Fall League after a title-winning stint at High-A.
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