Royals miss out on potential bargains in offseason hitters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:11 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Kansas City Royals, currently underperforming with playoff hopes dwindling, have drawn scrutiny for their offseason moves. As the season approaches its third month, analysis shows the Royals overlooked several cost-effective hitting options who are excelling, including JJ Bleday and Nathaniel Lowe. Bleday, now with the Cincinnati Reds, has performed well against left-handers, while Lowe, signed to a minor league deal, has also shown promise. Both players could have bolstered a lineup that struggles against lefties. These decisions raise questions about the Royals' strategy as they prepare for potential trades before the deadline.
- •Royals are struggling and nearly eliminated from playoff contention.
- •JJ Bleday has performed well for the Reds after being signed cheaply.
- •Nathaniel Lowe was acquired for a minor league player by the Reds.
- •Royals' current roster has been criticized for being lefty-heavy.
- •Trade deadline approaches amid concerns about team performance.
- 4:11 PMYahoo Sports — The bargain hitters the Royals missed out on
"Sure, the Royals weren’t going to spend Tucker or Bellinger. But should they have gotten one of these guys?
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