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May 24, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Carlos Santana (41) reacts after striking out against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the sixth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports
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The Carlos Santana Train Should Be Reaching Its Destination Soon

By Jordan FooteMay 27, 2022
May 13, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Scott Barlow (58) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Ranking the Royals’ Bullpen Arms at the Quarter-Season Mark

By Jacob MilhamMay 26, 2022
May 13, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Royals Mailbag: Witt Jr.’s ROY Chances, Trades, Outfield Picture

By Jordan FooteMay 25, 2022
May 8, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Hunter Dozier (17) slides safely into home on a sacrifice fly ball by Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield (15) (not pictured) against the Baltimore Orioles during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
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Making Sense of Hunter Dozier’s Wild Start to the Season

By Trey DonovanMay 24, 2022
May 19, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Carlos Hernandez (43) pitches against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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The Royals Need to Pull Carlos Hernandez From the Rotation

By Jordan FooteMay 20, 2022
May 16, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Brady Singer (51) delivers against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports
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Can Brady Singer’s Changeup Save His Career as a Starter?

By Jordan FooteMay 17, 2022
May 8, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Nicky Lopez (8) scores a run on Kansas City Royals Michael A. Taylor (2) (not pictured) RBI single against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
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Nicky Lopez Isn’t Succeeding at His Game, Which Is Concerning

By Trey DonovanMay 16, 2022
Apr 19, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Hunter Dozier (17) celebrates after hitting a home run against the Minnesota Twins in the sixth inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
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Uninterrupted Week of Royals Baseball Leaves More to Be Desired

By Mark Van SickleMay 16, 2022
May 10, 2022; Arlington, Texas, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Brad Keller (56) delivers a pitch to the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a baseball game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-USA TODAY Sports
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The Royals Ran Business as Usual Against the Rangers

By Jerry EdwardsMay 13, 2022
May 8, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Royals first baseman Hunter Dozier (17) slides safely into home on a sacrifice fly ball by Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield (15) (not pictured) against the Baltimore Orioles during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
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Another Series Loss Highlights Royals’ Many Issues

By Jerry EdwardsMay 10, 2022
May 3, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals third baseman Bobby Witt Jr. (7) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the second inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Kauffman Stadium. It was the first MLB home run hit by Witt Jr. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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The Royals Had an Incomplete Week... Again

By Mark Van SickleMay 9, 2022
May 4, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic (50) delivers a pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals in the first inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
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Who Should Take Kris Bubic’s Spot in the Royals’ Starting Rotation?

By Jordan FooteMay 7, 2022
Feb 21, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Kansas City Royals general manager Dayton Moore during Spring Training Media Day at The Arizona Biltmore. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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There Have Been Enough ‘Moral Victories’ for the Royals

By Sterling HolmesMay 5, 2022
Apr 29, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals manager Mike Matheny (22) argues with umpire Manny Gonzalez (79) during the second inning against the New York Yankees at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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KC Royals Good, Meh, Bad: The Reality Check Edition

By Jerry EdwardsMay 2, 2022
Apr 19, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi (27) and first baseman Hunter Dozier (17) and second baseman Nicky Lopez (8) celebrate after the win over the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
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The Ups and Downs Continue for the Kansas City Royals

By Mark Van SickleMay 2, 2022
Apr 22, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Brad Keller (56) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports
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The Good, Meh & Bad from the Royals' Series Against the White Sox

By Jerry EdwardsApr 29, 2022
May 25, 2021; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Jake Brentz (59) throws a pitch during the eighth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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The Good, Meh & Bad from the Royals' Series Against the Mariners

By Jerry EdwardsApr 26, 2022
May 25, 2021; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Kansas City Royals infielder Adalberto Mondesi (27) doubles during the ninth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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The Kansas City Royals Have an Adalberto Mondesi Problem

By Jordan FooteApr 25, 2022
Oct 2, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals right fielder Whit Merrifield (15) warming up at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Rohman-USA TODAY Sports
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The Royals’ New City Connect Uniforms: A Mixed Bag Review

By Jordan FooteApr 25, 2022
Apr 21, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Zack Greinke (23) gets ready to pitch during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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The Kansas City Royals' Roller Coaster Ride Continues

By Mark Van SickleApr 25, 2022
Aug 27, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Carlos Hernandez (43) throws against the Seattle Mariners during the ninth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
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The Good, Meh & Bad From the Royals' Series Against the Twins

By Jerry EdwardsApr 22, 2022
Jun 9, 2021; Anaheim, California, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Brad Keller (56) puts on his hat during the second inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports
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The Good, Meh & Bad From the Royals' Series Against the Tigers

By Jerry EdwardsApr 19, 2022
Sep 17, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Nate Pearson (24) throws a pitch against Minnesota Twins in the seventh inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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The Royals Should Trade for Blue Jays RHP Nate Pearson

By Lucas MurphyApr 19, 2022
Jun 4, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals left fielder Andrew Benintendi (16) connects for a two run double in the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
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Is It Already Time for the Royals to Consider Trading Andrew Benintendi?

By Lucas MurphyApr 18, 2022