Hahn returns to Royals on 1-year, $600K deal
Reliever Jesse Hahn, who made six appearances in the final month of the season after being out of baseball since having elbow surgery in June 2017, has agreed to return to the Royals.
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2019 Schedule
59-103, 4th in AL Cent
Royals sign ex-All-Star Rosenthal to minors deal
The Kansas City Royals signed former All-Star reliever Trevor Rosenthal to a $2 million minor league contract that includes an invitation to big league spring training and up to $2.25 million in bonuses if he makes the major league roster.
Royals skipper Matheny keeping most of former staff
Royals manager Mike Matheny is keeping most of the coaching staff that worked alongside predecessor Ned Yost in the fold as he begins to plan for his first season in charge of the organization.
William Weinbaum ESPN
The Twins announced plans Wed. to increase the length & height of Target Field's safety netting, becoming the 14th team to install or commit to extensions since a toddler's 5/29 head injury on a foul liner in Houston. They join the Astros, Braves, Brewers, Chisox, D-backs, Dodgers, Jays, Nats, O's, Phils, Pirates, Rangers & Royals.
One blockbuster move for all 30 MLB teams
Kris Bryant to Cincy? Anthony Rendon on the Rangers? We dream up a major hot stove splash for every squad.
MLB trade tiers: The big names who could move this winter
Mookie. Lindor. Arenado? We examine the stars who will (or should) be in offseason trade talks.
Royals agree with Montgomery to avoid arbitration
The Royals and left-hander Mike Montgomery, the club's once-heralded prospect, agreed to a $3.1 million contract for next season on Monday to avoid salary arbitration.
Sherman takes over for Glass as Royals owner
Local businessman John Sherman officially completed the purchase of the Kansas City Royals, taking over for David Glass as the controlling owner of his favorite team as it continues to rebuild.
Sherman approved as Royals' controlling owner
John Sherman has been approved as the new controlling owner of the Kansas City Royals, and his group plans to close its deal to purchase the last-place team from David Glass and his family next week.
The MLB genie: One wish for fans of all 30 teams ... with a catch
If you could have one thing you really wanted for your favorite team, what would you be willing to give up?
AL Central offseason preview: Lindor's future, Twins' rotation in focus
The Indians have a big decision to make about their biggest star, Minnesota needs a lot of arms and the White Sox could be on the cusp of good things.
The good, the bad ... and the Tigers: Ranking all 30 MLB teams based on their 2019 goals
Sorry, Detroit: Your team follows in the footsteps of other recent biggest losers. Where did every other club fall?
Rockies 3B Arenado wins 7th straight Gold Glove
Rockies star Nolan Arenado won his seventh straight Gold Glove Award on Sunday, moving him into sole possession of fourth place among third basemen. The Diamondbacks had four Gold Glove winners on their team this season.
Alex Gordon a free agent as Royals decline option
The Royals have declined their half of Alex Gordon's $23 million mutual option for 2020, allowing the outfielder to become a free agent.
Rebuilding Royals name Matheny as manager
Mike Matheny, who had spent the year working side-by-side with people throughout the Royals organization as a special adviser, has been named the team's new manager.
Bradford Doolittle ESPN Staff Writer
The Kansas City Royals have announced that Mike Matheny has been hired to replace Ned Yost as the team's manager. I'm not surprised nor am I particularly enthralled with the choice. Rigidity of thinking is about the last quality you want in a manager in 2019. KC fans have to hope Matheny has opened his mind since he was fired in St. Louis.
Way-too-early 2020 Power Rankings: Can Nationals stay on top?
After a stunning World Series title, Washington faces some uncertainty this offseason. Will the Nats be No. 1 again or will the Astros or Dodgers take their place?
Reports: Geren, Kapler among Giants candidates
Dodgers bench coach Bob Geren is among those who have interviewed for the Giants' managerial position, along with former Phillies manager Gabe Kapler, Astros bench coach Joe Espada and Royals quality-control coach Pedro Grifol, according to reports.
MLB manager watch: Who's in, who's out and latest on potential replacements
Here's what you need to know about which managers have been fired and their replacements.
How the new dead ball is faking out players, fans and even cameramen
On the field and in the stands, how players and others react to MLB's newly juiceless baseballs off the bat tells a story.
William Weinbaum ESPN
The Phillies announced plans Tuesday to extend safety netting for 2020, becoming the 13th MLB team to commit to or put in extensions since a toddler's 5/29 head injury on a foul liner in Houston. The Astros, Braves, Chisox, Dodgers, Nats & O's have installed extensions & the Brewers, D-backs, Jays, Pirates, Rangers & Royals said they plan to. Some teams say they're considering extensions and the Marlins had extended theirs to 150 feet past each dugout before the 2019 season.
Power Rankings: Which teams lived up to expectations -- and which didn't
The Astros, Yankees and Dodgers clearly were up to the task all season, but which teams were pleasant surprises and which ones disappointed?
Soler hits 48th HR, Royals beat Twins in Yost's last game
Jorge Soler locked up the AL home run crown with his 48th homer, Brett Phillips drove a game-ending sacrifice fly in the ninth inning and the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 5-4 Sunday in manager Ned Yost's final game.
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2019 AL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 101 | 61 | .623 | - | L1 |
| Cleveland | 93 | 69 | .574 | 8 | L5 |
| Chicago | 72 | 89 | .447 | 28.5 | W1 |
| Kansas City | 59 | 103 | .364 | 42 | W1 |
| Detroit | 47 | 114 | .292 | 53.5 | L1 |
2019 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Batting
- Pitching
Runs69126th
Batting Average.24719th
On Base Percentage.30925th
Slugging Percentage.40127th
Earned Run Average5.2027th
Quality Starts5911th
WHIP1.4829th
BAA.27328th