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The Kansas City Royals have agreed to a $46 million, two-year contract with right-hander Seth Lugo for 2026 and 2027, a move that signals their intention to push for a second consecutive playoff appearance.
The Kansas City Royals and right-hander Seth Lugo have agreed to a two-year extension that includes a vesting option for the 2028 season, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Sunday night.
Arguably the most sought-after starting pitcher is off the market. Seth Lugo,who had been the subject of trade rumors since he was potentially on an expiringcontract, agreed to a two-year contract worth $46 million with the Kansas CityRoyals that includes a club option for 2028.
The Royals have placed All-Star left-hander Kris Bubic on the 15-day injured list with a rotator cuff strain and outfielder Jac Caglianone on the 10-day IL with a strained left hamstring.
The Kansas City Royals signed right-hander Seth Lugo to a two-year extension worth $46 million guaranteed on Monday, a signal they intend to push for a second consecutive playoff appearance rather than sell ahead of this week’s trade deadline.
Kansas City right-hander Seth Lugo, once thought to be a prime trade candidate before Thursday's deadline, will stay with the Royals after agreeing to a two-year, $46 million contract extension, according to multiple reports on Sunday night.
Pitcher Rich Hill makes MLB history by starting for his 14th different team, the Kansas City Royals. The veteran is the oldest player in MLB.