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March 12, 2026

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Vinnie Pasquantino made history for Team Italy with a jaw-dropping three-home run game in the World Baseball Classic, adding flair and passion to Italy's surprising victory over the United States. His infectious energy has been a rallying point, showcasing what Royals fans have come to love about him. Meanwhile, Michael Wacha's return to the Royals clubhouse after his stint with Team USA adds a veteran presence as spring training heats up. The ongoing split-squad games against the Giants and Cubs highlighted the depth of the roster, with players like Jonathan India and Carter Jensen stepping into the spotlight. As the decision looms on the starting rotation, the Royals’ impressive options,Cole Ragans, Seth Lugo, and Kris Bubic,are well-positioned to turn heads this season. There’s palpable excitement as players continue to fight for their spots.

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Pasquantino, Don of Team Italy, makes Classic history with 3-HR game

Pasquantino, Don of Team Italy, makes Classic history with 3-HR game

HOUSTON – For a week, he had been the heart and soul of an upstart Italian squad, brewing up post-homer espresso shots in the dugout, kissing his teammates on the cheeks, arranging a spontaneous after-hours dip in the hotel’s lazy river and passing out celebratory bottles of wine to team

Wacha returns to Royals after memorable Team USA stint at Classic

Wacha returns to Royals after memorable Team USA stint at Classic

SURPRISE, Ariz. -- It’s been over a week since most of the Royals’ stars and biggest personalities left camp to play for their respective teams in the World Baseball Classic, but on Wednesday, a familiar face and very tall Texan right-hander was spotted roaming the clubhouse again.

Royals connections at center of Italy's shocking World Baseball Classic win over USA

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Royals connections at center of Italy's shocking World Baseball Classic win over USA

In a World Baseball Classic stunner on Tuesday, Italy now controls Pool B with a victory over the Americans, and effort led by a prominent Royals connection.

3 Royals veteran non-roster invitees who are turning heads in spring training

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3 Royals veteran non-roster invitees who are turning heads in spring training

These three Royals veterans entered camp as long shots—but strong early showings are giving them real buzz as spring training unfolds.

Royals vs Giants vs Cubs spring training thread

Royals vs Giants vs Cubs spring training thread

Down in the desert, the Royals are dividing-and-conquering today. At Surprise Stadium, a group led by the likes of Jonathan India, Carter Jensen, and Starling Marte face the Giants. At Sloan Park, Kyle Isbel, John Rave, and Tyler Tolbert lead a group against the Cubs. Split Squad Lineups for 3/11/26 Here are the lineups for […]

Who should be in the Royals’ starting rotation?

Who should be in the Royals’ starting rotation?

The Royals have impressive depth in the starting rotation, and that’s by design. J.J. Picollo has talked before about the need to have eight, nine, or even ten starting pitchers to get through a season, recognizing the high attrition rate among pitchers. The Royals have three recent All-Stars in Cole Ragans, Seth Lugo, and Kris […]