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"Rival evaluators" don't believe the Kansas City Royals are "especially motivated" to trade starting pitcher Seth Lugo, per ESPN's Buster Olney.
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Yardbarker on MSNRoyals may not make top trade target availableJon Morosi from MLB Network reported on Tuesday that the Cubs have reached out to the Royals regarding their pitching. At the time, the Royals were considered most likely to trade Lugo as he has an opt-out option after this season.
With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching, Royals GM JJ Picollo hints that the team might hold on to the All-star passed the deadline.
With only six days to go before the Major League Baseball trade deadline, there's one key question the Kansas City Royals are facing. Is Seth Lugo staying or go
The Chicago Cubs need a third reliable starting pitcher, and the Kansas City Royals have the man for the job in last season's Cy Young runner-up, Seth Lugo.
The Kansas City Royals made a noteworthy roster shakeup on Friday, designating veteran utility man Cavan Biggio for assignment in order to reinstate right-handed reliever Hunter Harvey from the 60-day injured list. In a corresponding move, pitcher Jonathan Bowlan was optioned to Triple-A Omaha.
The Royals are making it clear to clubs that any deal for pitcher Seth Lugo would require controllable outfield help in return.
Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos is drawing interest from the Kansas City Royals, who "might consider" trading for him at the deadline.
If the Chicago Cubs make the postseason, adding another quality starter who can slot into a playoff series would make them a serious World Series threat.