Kansas City Royals sign pitcher Tony Gonsolin to major league contract

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Kansas City Royals sign pitcher Tony Gonsolin to major league contract
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The Kansas City Royals have signed right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin to a Major League contract for 2026, with a club option for 2027. Gonsolin is currently on the 15-day Injured List. He previously played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he holds a career record of 37-13 and a 3.34 ERA over six seasons. Gonsolin, an All-Star in 2022, is noted for his exceptional win percentage and has experience including a World Series title in 2020. To make space on their roster, the Royals designated right-handed pitcher Eli Morgan for assignment.

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  • •Tony Gonsolin signed with the Royals for 2026 and has a club option for 2027.
  • •Gonsolin is currently on the 15-day Injured List.
  • •He has a career record of 37-13 with a 3.34 ERA.
  • •Gonsolin was an All-Star in 2022 and has a World Series title from 2020.
  • •The Royals designated Eli Morgan for assignment to clear space on the roster.
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  • 12:06 PMYahoo Sports — Tony Gonsolin signs with Kansas City Royals
  • 11:23 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Royals sign right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin
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Former Dodger Tony Gonsolin has found a new home, as the right-hander signed with the Kansas City Royals on Thursday, per a team announcement. The financial details have yet to be disclosed, notes Darragh McDonald of MLB Trade Rumors, but Gonsolin is signed through the rest of the 2026 season and has a club option […]

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The Kansas City Royals have signed right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin to a Major League contract for 2026 with a club option for 2027.

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