This past season, second baseman Michael Masseyfinally showed what he can truly do as a Royal.
Michael Massey entered this past Spring Training fighting for a spot on the Royals’ roster after an injury-plagued 2025 campaign, with the possibility of splitting time between second base and left field.
But even with his role uncertain, Massey had made one goal clear: He wanted to be a Gold Glove-caliber defender.
Eight months later, the 28-year-old is coming off one of his strongest Major League seasons
to date. His turnaround, which included improved offensive numbers and an American League Gold Glove finalist selection, has given the Royals a different outlook at second base heading into 2027.
In case you missed it, Bobby WittJr. is an MVP finalist again.
Angeibel Gomezkeeps receiving recognition.
As the second-youngest player ever to appear in the AFL, the 17-year-old outfielder has held his own nicely in the jump from the Dominican Summer League with a .306/.390/.444 line over 10 games for Surprise. Gomez has true five-tool potential and has seen time at all three outfield spots this fall, though the bulk of his time has come in right.
Zion Rose and Justin Lamkin also were talked about in the article above.
Where does Carter Jensenrank on long-term value for 2026 rookies?
Brian Burrows of Kings of Kauffman ponders what it would take for the Royals to get EllyDe La Cruz.
Former Royal Franmil Reyeshas been balling.
Could the Royals make a go at Drew Rasmussen?
Sam Caulder of Royals Keep gives three bullpenarms the Royals could target.
A list of ten free agents who boosted their stock in 2026.
A couple interesting names interviewed for the Astrosmanagerial job.
Jason Kanzlerhad an interesting path to becoming the Mariners new manager.
Here is your song of the day: That’s the Way Love Is by Marvin Gaye
