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Royals Insider: Team needs to ensure young core doesn't 'start looking ahead to free agency'
At this point in the Royals' season, all eyes are on the future. Whether that's the immediate future – as in, August 2nd's trade deadline – or something a little further down the road, the attention is solely focused on the days ahead. There will be plenty of important offseason decisions to make for GM JJ Picollo and the rest of the front office, perhaps none more important than the ones that'll help build around the team's current core of young hitters. Talking to Fescoe In The Morning on Monday, 610's Royals Insider Josh Vernier explained why it's of the utmost importance to emphasize to them that the team isn't in a prolonged rebuild.
Royals Insider: 'The urgency's always been there' to trade Benintendi, Merrifield
A few weeks ago, it seemed like a lock that Andrew Benintendi and Whit Merrifield would be traded before, or at, the trade deadline on August 2nd. Even before kicking things off by trading Carlos Santana to the Mariners, GM JJ Picollo had been fairly transparent about the team's plans for the deadline, and both vets were already included in dozens of rumors. Things took a turn when it was revealed that neither were vaccinated, as several AL contenders reportedly dropped out of the Benintendi bidding. Subsequent comments – and clarifications – from Merrifield didn't help the cause, and with a little over 10 days left before the deadline, there's seemed to be growing confusion about where everyone stands. Speaking to 610's Cody and Gold on Wednesday, team insider Josh Vernier explained that the team hadn't changed their long-term plan much, if at all.
JJ Picollo: Royals 'were disappointed' with Whit Merrifield's vaccine comments
The Royals have been dealing with the aftermath of their non-vaccinated players issue for some time now. After news broke that 10 players would miss a road series in Toronto because they were not fully vaccinated, Whit Merrifield found himself in a bit of a media controversy when he implied to reporters -- only a few weeks before the trade deadline -- that he would get vaccinated if he was on a team in playoff contention. Merrifield clarified the comments a day later, and while speaking to 610's Cody and Gold, Royals GM JJ Picollo explained his thoughts about the whole situation.
Royals select Arkansas 3B Cayden Wallace in 2nd rd of MLB Draft
(610 Sports) – After selecting one of the most well-rounded players in the first round of the 2022 MLB Draft in Virginia Tech OF Gavin Cross, the Royals may have snagged the best pure power hitter in Arkansas third-baseman Cayden Wallace, as well. The Royals used the 49th pick...
Whit Merrifield clarifies remark on getting vaccinated if traded to playoff team
Whit Merrifield spoke out on his decision to remain unvaccinated and in the process, made a remark that didn’t seem to sit right with Royals fans. Merrifield reached out to Cody & Gold to clarify his remarks and understand what he was trying to say.
Why Orlando Brown has 'no leverage' against Chiefs in contract negotiations
The deadline to sign Orlando Brown Jr. to a longterm contract extension arrives on Friday, and from the sounds of it, the two sides aren't close to a deal. Brown reportedly wants to be paid top-dollar, and those connected with the Chiefs seem to think they're not willing to reset the tackle market. The fact that NFL Network is reporting that Brown may miss all of training camp -- and even Week 1 -- indicates just how serious both sides are about not conceding. So who's more likely to give up some ground first? Speaking to 610's Cody and Gold on Thursday afternoon, The Athletic's Nate Taylor explained why Brown is the one without any real leverage in these negotiations.
Royals trading competitive balance pick for trio of Braves prospects
(610 Sports) – According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Atlanta Braves are finalizing a deal with the Kansas City Royals to acquire the 35th pick in the upcoming MLB Draft. The pick is a competitive balance pick that can be traded and has a $2.2 million slot value.
Greinke pitches 5 scoreless innings, Royals beat Guardians
Zack Greinke pitched five scoreless innings of three-hit ball and the Kansas City Royals slowed the Cleveland Guardians 5-1 on Sunday. A day after the Guardians got a season-high 23 hits in a 13-1 romp, Greinke and 4 relievers combined on a 5-hitter.
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