Daniel Lynch IV shines as Kansas City Royals trade candidate amid struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 3:55 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
The Kansas City Royals lost 5-2 to the Tampa Bay Rays on July 2. Despite the team's overall struggles, reliever Daniel Lynch IV continued to perform well, throwing a scoreless inning. Lynch has a 2.57 ERA in 36 outings this season, raising his profile as a potential trade candidate. While the Royals do not need to rush a trade given Lynch's team control through 2028, interest in reliable left-handed relief pitchers may encourage discussions before the trade deadline.
- •Royals fall to the Rays 5-2 on July 2.
- •Daniel Lynch IV throws a scoreless inning in relief.
- •Lynch has a 2.57 ERA this season.
- •Kansas City has no urgency to trade Lynch, under control through 2028.
- •Royals may consider trading veteran pitchers alongside Lynch.
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — 1 Kansas City Royals Pitcher Quietly Establishing Himself as Intriguing Trade Candidate
"The Royals could trade this pitcher before the deadline.
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