Royals consider trading starting pitchers as market opens up this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Kansas City Royals, positioned near the bottom of the standings, are anticipated to be sellers as the August 3 trade deadline approaches. Sources indicate that players in their final years of control, along with veterans Seth Lugo and Michael Wacha, could be on the trade block. Both pitchers have signed contracts through 2027 and could provide value in what is predicted to be a strong seller's market for starting pitchers. The Royals are advised to capitalize on their assets to facilitate a retooling of the roster while avoiding a complete rebuild.
- •Royals near the bottom of MLB standings this season.
- •August 3 trade deadline may prompt the Royals to sell.
- •Seth Lugo and Michael Wacha among potential trade candidates.
- •Both pitchers are signed through 2027 with options.
- •A strong seller's market exists for starting pitchers this summer.
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — Royals urged to 'capitalize' on starting pitching trade market
"The Royals have the chance to get some great returns this summer.
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