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March 22, 2026

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The Royals wrapped up their Cactus League play with a thrilling 6-5 walk-off win against the Rockies, leaving fans buzzing as they head to Texas for a couple of final exhibition games. With Opening Day lurking, Bailey Falter is shining through the shadows, potentially securing a spot on the roster after a rocky trade deadline last season. Meanwhile, the injury woes plaguing the Blue Jays might open the door for Kansas City to leverage their deep pitching rotation in a trade, a strategic move that could benefit both teams. Despite finishing the Cactus League with more than twice as many losses as wins, the Royals are back in action, and key players like Salvador Perez and Maikel Garcia are set to make their mark again after an exciting World Baseball Classic.

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Who grabs Royals' final roster spots as Cactus League comes to an end?

Who grabs Royals' final roster spots as Cactus League comes to an end?

SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Wheels up to … Texas? The Royals concluded their Cactus League play on Saturday with a 6-5 walk-off win against the Rockies at Surprise Stadium, but they still have two exhibition games against the Rangers at Globe Life Field on Monday and Tuesday before heading to Atlanta

Royals trade deadline flop suddenly emerging as Opening Day roster dark horse

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Royals trade deadline flop suddenly emerging as Opening Day roster dark horse

The Kansas City Royals doubled down on Bailey Falter this offseason. Could the southpaw secured a new role on the Opening Day roster after latest change?

Potential Royals-Blue Jays trade makes more sense after AL champs hit new injury low

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Potential Royals-Blue Jays trade makes more sense after AL champs hit new injury low

With injuries piling up in Toronto, the Royals’ deep rotation could be the perfect trade solution—making Kansas City an ideal partner before Opening Day.

Spring Training finale thread – Rockies at Royals

Spring Training finale thread – Rockies at Royals

The Cactus League ends today. The Royals will finish with more than twice as many losses as wins, thanks to losing the core of their team to the WBC for two weeks. But the boys are back in town. Until tomorrow, when they head to Texas for two more exhibition games before finally, blessedly, beginning […]

Royals on the World Stage: Perez Leads, Garcia Breaks Out, Spring Breakout Breakdown

Royals on the World Stage: Perez Leads, Garcia Breaks Out, Spring Breakout Breakdown

The Royals are making noise on the global stage — and baseball itself may be on the verge of change. In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down a dramatic World Baseball Classic run, highlighted by Venezuela’s upset over Team USA and standout performances from Kansas City Royals […]