Friday's Opening Day loss vs. the Braves wasn't anything for the Royals to write home about and it was familiar reasons from 2025 that contributed to it.
The Royals' first lineup card of the 2026 season is here. While many predictable decisions were made, there was one major one that was bold to say the least.
Along with the Royals, the Storm Chasers open their season on Friday. With the roster now out, who should fans be watching on the highest level of the farm?
When Cole Ragans takes the mound for the Royals on Opening Day vs. Atlanta on Friday, he has the opportunity to kickstart his bounce-back in impressive fashion.
The Royals saw several depth-style veterans from 2025 land with new teams as NRIs or waiver claims. Some latched on while others' futures are now in limbo.
The Royals made a series of roster decisions on Wednesday ahead of Opening Day with one being a once promising outfield prospect being DFA'd in Drew Waters.