Maikel Garcia nears return as Royals consider trade options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Maikel Garcia is close to returning as he improves from injury, noting significant progress in running. Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo is contemplating trades ahead of the deadline, seeking to rebuild while relying on young talents like Bobby Witt Jr. and Garcia. With the team underperforming compared to its surprising 2024 season, the focus is on obtaining players who will contribute by the time the new stadium opens in 2030 or '31. Veterans such as Drew Pomeranz and Kris Bubic may also become trade candidates.
- •Garcia reports significant improvement, running at 80% capacity.
- •Picollo weighs trade options as Royals' performance declines.
- •Kansas City's prospect focus aims to align with the new stadium timeline.
- •Veterans like Pomeranz and Bubic may be on the trading block.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Royals news: Time to start thinking about the trade deadline
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