Jackson Roberts

Jackson Roberts

Joined: Aug 29, 2024

Jackson Roberts is a former Division III All-Region DH who now writes and talks about sports for a living. A Bay Area native and a graduate of Swarthmore College and the Newhouse School at Syracuse University, Jackson makes his home in North Jersey. He grew up rooting for the Red Sox, Patriots, and Warriors, and he recently added the Devils to his sports fandom mosaic. For all business/marketing inquiries regarding "Kansas City Royals On SI," please reach out to Scott Neville: scott@wtfsports.org

Sep 6, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) celebrates in the dugout after scoring against the Minnesota Twins during the fourth inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Aug 2, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox first baseman Abraham Toro (29) runs the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Houston Astros during the fourth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Aug 22, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm (25) is greeted by teammates in the dugout after the seventh inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Sep 19, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia (11) runs to third base during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Oct 9, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Kris Bubic (50) pitches in the eighth inning against the New York Yankees during game three of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff -Imagn Images

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Could the Kansas City Royals and New York Yankees line up well on a trade this winter?

Jul 19, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Adolis Garcia (53) safely steals second base ahead of the tag by Detroit Tigers shortstop Trey Sweeney (27) during the second inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals were interested in signing Adolis García. What does that mean moving forward?

Aug 26, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Isaac Collins (6) celebrates with teammates after driving in the winning run during the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Isaac Collins is confident he can be the missing piece of the Kansas City Royals' puzzle.

Apr 6, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers batting helmet gets cleaned up before game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals may have Lane Thomas and Isaac Collins, but they need more offense still.

Aug 10, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Isaac Collins (6) watches his game-winning home run in the ninth inning against the New York Mets at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals understandably felt very good about acquiring Isaac Collins and Nick Mears for Angel Zerpa.

Sep 7, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Maikel Garcia (11) celebrates in the dugout after scoring against the Minnesota Twins in the sixth inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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The Kansas City Royals really didn't risk anything by extending Maikel Garcia, so it must be considered a win.

Jun 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians center fielder Lane Thomas (8) celebrates his double in the fourth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Lane Thomas seems to have been the only free-agent outfield signing for the Kansas City Royals.

Nov 3, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo talks with media during a press conference at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Could the Kansas City Royals pull off a three-team trade of some sort this winter? If so, we know what they'll be targeting.

Jul 30, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; A general view of a Los Angeles Dodgers hat and glove during the second inning in the game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Royals may have the opportunity to trade for a Los Angeles Dodgers slugger if the stars align.

Apr 18, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans (55) throws during the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Royals aren't exactly looking to offload Cole Ragans, says general manager J.J. Picollo.

Jun 20, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Kansas City Royals third baseman Jonathan India (6) hits a three-run home run during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

Here's why the Kansas City Royals made the surprising decision they did on second baseman Jonathan India.

Sep 10, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro (33) looks on from the dugout in the second inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Royals' outfield needs need to be addressed urgently, and their ability to do so should be in question.