Kansas City Royals Foundation Sponsors Free Veterans Day Weekend Admission to National WWI Museum and Memorial
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Royals Foundation will sponsor free admission for active-duty military members and veterans at the National WWI Museum and Memorial from Friday, Nov. 6, through Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in honor of Veterans Day. The admission promotion is extended to spouses and dependents with ID. The
Royals Select Delaware North Sportservice as Hospitality Partner for Future Downtown Ballpark
The Kansas City Royals and global hospitality company Delaware North today announced a new partnership that will make Delaware North Sportservice the food and beverage provider for the Royals new downtown ballpark in the heart of Kansas City.
Sportservice will begin operations at Kauffman Stadium in 2028, giving the Royals and
Kansas City Royals Select Legends Global as Owner's Representative for New Downtown Ballpark
The Kansas City Royals announced today the selection of Legends Global as the owner’s representative for the Royals’ new downtown ballpark in the heart of Kansas City.
The approximately 34,000-seat, open-air ballpark anchors a $3 billion, 85-acre mixed-use development in partnership with Hallmark Cards that will bring transformative economic activity and
Kansas City Royals and Populous Share New Downtown Ballpark Design Details
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Royals and Populous unveiled six new renderings and deeper insights into the Royals new downtown ballpark in the heart of Kansas City.
Populous, the global design firm and Kansas City-based company behind some of the world’s most recognizable sports and entertainment venues, is the architect of
Royals Select Mortenson | McCownGordon and JE Dunn to Build Ballpark District
KANSAS CITY, Mo.— The Kansas City Royals are combining the best in national experience with unmatched local expertise by partnering with Mortenson and McCownGordon as well as JE Dunn to build a $3 billion mixed-use development anchored by a world-class new ballpark at Crown Center.
The Mortenson | McCownGordon joint venture
Royals Announce Contract Extension with Manager Matt Quatraro
The Kansas City Royals announced today they have agreed to a contract extension with Manager Matt Quatraro. The new deal begins in 2027 and is for three years (through 2029), with a club option for the 2030 season.
In three seasons under Quatraro, the Royals have gone 224-262 (.461). His 224
Mike Jirschele Retires After 38-Year Career with Royals Organization
The Kansas City Royals announced today that Mike Jirschele (jursh-LEE) is retiring following a 38-year career with the Royals organization. Jirsch has served in many roles in the organization, first as a player in Kansas City’s minor league system from 1988-89.
He was selected by Texas in the 5th round of
Three Royals Named Finalists for 2025 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards
Rawlings Sporting Goods Inc. this morning announced the finalists for the 2025 Gold Glove Awards. The American League finalists include three Kansas City Royals: shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., third baseman Maikel Garcia and center fielder Kyle Isbel.
This is Witt Jr.’s second time being a finalist (he won the award in
Bobby Witt Jr. and Maikel Garcia Named 2025 Rawlings Gold Glove Award Winners
Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. and third baseman Maikel Garcia were named winners of 2025 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards, as announced tonight by Rawlings Sporting Goods Inc. on ESPN’s Baseball Tonight.
The Rawlings Gold Glove Awards honor the best individual fielding performances at each position in the American League and National
Royals Announce Two-Year Contract with Salvador Perez
The Kansas City Royals tonight announced a two-year contact agreement with catcher Salvador Perez through the 2027 season.
“Salvy is a Royals legend and one of the most important players this franchise has ever had,” said Executive Vice President/General Manager J.J. Picollo. “We had the option for next year, but everyone
Royals Announce 2026 Spring Training Schedule
In conjunction with Major League Baseball, the Royals today announced their 32-game exhibition schedule for 2026. Game times will be announced at a later date.
The Royals will begin their 24th season in the Cactus League on Friday, Feb. 20 as the road team vs. the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium.
Royals Hire New President of Business Operations
The Kansas City Royals announced today that Cullen Maxey has joined the organization as President of Business Operations and will oversee all departments outside of baseball operations. Brooks Sherman, who previously held that title, will take on a new role as President of Real Estate and Development.
“This is an opportunity
Royals Acquire Left-Handed Pitcher Matt Strahm from Philadelphia
The Kansas City Royals announced this morning they have acquired left-handed pitcher Matt Strahm from the Philadelphia Phillies for right-handed pitcher Jonathan Bowlan. The Royals Major League Reserve List remains at 40.
Strahm, 34, has pitched 10 seasons in the Majors for four different teams, including his first two with the
MLB to Produce and Distribute Local Games for Royals in 2026
The Kansas City Royals announced today their games will be produced and distributed by Major League Baseball on Royals.TV for the 2026 season. Royals games will be available on cable and satellite television, as well as the MLB app.
“This is a big win for our fans,” Royals President, Business Operations
POST MALONE AND JELLY ROLL TO PERFORM AT KAUFFMAN STADIUM IN 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Global superstar Post Malone and seven-time Grammy nominated entertainer Jelly Roll are set to return to the road with Post Malone and Jelly Roll Present: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour Part 2, with a stop in Kansas City this summer. The chart-topping artists behind the hits “I Had
John Wathan Elected to Royals Hall of Fame
The Kansas City Royals announced today former player, coach, manager, broadcaster and baseball operations staffer John Wathan has been voted into the Royals Hall of Fame. He will become the 32nd member of the Royals Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be announced at a later date.
“After 52 years
Royals Acquire Right-Handed Pitcher Mitch Spence from Athletics
The Kansas City Royals today announced they have acquired right-handed pitcher Mitch Spence from the Athletics for right-handed pitcher A.J. Causey, who was in camp as a non-roster invite. Spence was designated for assignment by the A’s on Tuesday.
To make room on the 40-man roster for Spence, the Royals placed
Bobby Witt Jr. Named 2025 Lou Gehrig Award Winner
Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals has won the 2025 Lou Gehrig Memorial Award, sponsored by the Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity. Phi Delta Theta presents the award annually to a Major League Baseball player who best exemplifies the giving character of Hall of Famer Lou Gehrig, who
Royals & Hallmark Cards Unveil Landmark Plan to Bring Major League Baseball Downtown
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals and Hallmark Cards announced today they are teaming up to bring Royals baseball and billions in private investment and economic development to Crown Center through a historic project that will enhance tourism and lift Kansas City’s profile nationally and beyond.
A world-class ballpark,
Upper Deck Golf Coming to Kauffman Stadium This August
Kauffman Stadium and Upper Deck Golf announced today tee times will be available for public bookings for a one-of-a-kind golf event inside Kauffman Stadium. Tee times are scheduled for Aug. 14-15, giving participants an exclusive opportunity to play a round of golf inside the stadium.
As part of the Upper Deck
Kansas City Royals Foundation Sponsors Free Memorial Day Weekend Admission to Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum
The Kansas City Royals Foundation will sponsor free admission to the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum during Memorial Day Weekend in honor of America’s 250th birthday.
The $12,500 gift to the Truman Library Institute will make complimentary admission possible, allowing visitors to experience one of the nation’s most important
Royals to Support Earthquake Relief Efforts in Venezuela During Tonight's Game
The Kansas City Royals will recognize those impacted by last week’s devastating earthquakes in Venezuela during tonight’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Kauffman Stadium.
Prior to first pitch, the organization will hold a moment of silence to honor the victims, their families and the communities affected by the disaster.
In
Royals 2027 Season Tickets Now on Sale
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Royals announced today 2027 Season Ticket Memberships are officially on sale, giving fans the first opportunity to secure their seats for a season highlighted by the earliest Opening Day in franchise history, premier opponents, exclusive member experiences and significant savings all season long.
The 2027 season
Royals Announce 2026 Regular Season Television Broadcast Channels and Blackout-Free Streaming Options
The Kansas City Royals, in partnership with Major League Baseball, announced their 2026 regular season games will be widely available on television broadcast channels through cable and satellite as well as blackout-free streaming options (subject to national exclusivities).
Fans can visit the channel finder at royals.com/watch to locate where to watch
Royals Announce 2026 Opening Day Roster
The Kansas City Royals today announced several roster moves to finalize their 26-man Opening Day roster. Their 1st regular season game is on Friday, March 27 in Atlanta vs. the Braves.
Right-handed pitcher Eli Morgan was selected to the 40-man roster and optioned to Triple-A Omaha. In a corresponding move, outfielder