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Royals exercise club option on pitcher Tony Gonsolin for 2027 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 1:19 AM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Royals exercise club option on pitcher Tony Gonsolin for 2027 season

Summary

The Kansas City Royals have exercised their club option on right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin, bringing him back for the 2027 season. Gonsolin, who once excelled with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is entering his eighth season in the majors. He struggled with injuries during the previous campaign, making just one appearance after undergoing elbow surgery. Despite this, the Royals see potential value in Gonsolin, especially at a low cost of $2.5 million. The team aims to bolster its rotation after finishing with 69 wins last season, while managing uncertainty around their current pitching staff, including recovering ace Cole Ragans.

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•Royals finished the 2026 season with 69 wins.
•Gonsolin signed a one-year deal worth $2.5 million.
•He underwent elbow surgery in August 2025.
•Limited to one appearance last season.
•Royals hope for Gonsolin's health and productivity.

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1:19 AMYahoo Sports — Royals Make a Big Decision on Former Dodgers All-Star

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On Thursday, the Royals opted to exercise their club option on right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin. Kansas City decided to keep the experienced hurler, now entering his eighth season in the big leagues. For a team fresh off of a 69-win campaign, the former Dodgers standout should play a major role in this Royals rotation. Gonsolin […] The post Royals Make a Big Decision on Former Dodgers All-Star appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsOct 30, 2026, 1:19 AM
Royals Make a Big Decision on Former Dodgers All-Star
On Thursday, the Royals opted to exercise their club option on right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin. Kansas City decided to keep the experienced hurler, now entering his eighth season in the big leagues. For a team fresh off of a 69-win campaign, the former Dodgers standout should play a major role in this Royals rotation. Gonsolin […] The post Royals Make a Big Decision on Former Dodgers All-Star appeared first on HEAVY.

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