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Seth Lugo is set to stay with the Kansas City Royals through a multi-year contract extension worth about $46 million, ending trade deadline speculation and solidifying his role as a top starter for the team.
The Kansas City Royals are finalizing a two-year, $46 million contract extension with pitcher Seth Lugo, securing his presence in their rotation through at least 2027 and avoiding free agency, reflecting the team's increased spending and confidence in Lugo's performance.
Bobby Witt Jr. narrowly lost to Teoscar Hernandez in the Home Run Derby finals but enjoyed the experience with his family. Witt Jr. and Seth Lugo are having standout seasons for the Kansas City Royals, who received an A- grade for their first-half performance. The Royals made a significant trade for Hunter Harvey and are exploring further roster improvements. Seth Lugo's diverse pitching arsenal has been a key factor in his success this season.
The Kansas City Royals secured their seventh consecutive win by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 8-1, with Seth Lugo allowing just one run over seven innings and Michael Massey hitting a three-run homer.
The Kansas City Royals secured a series victory over the Houston Astros with an 11-2 win, as Spencer Arrighetti struggled in his big league debut and Seth Lugo put together another quality start. The Royals' offense capitalized on Arrighetti's struggles, with Vinnie Pasquantino having a standout performance, and the bullpen effectively closed out the game. The win improves the Royals to 8-4 on the season, just a game behind the Cleveland Guardians in the division, as they look to go for the sweep in the next game.
The Kansas City Royals have made significant offseason moves, including signing seven free agents and extending shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. for 11 years and $288.8 million, with the goal of contending in the weak AL Central. Lead recruiter Will Smith played a key role in recruiting new teammates, and the team's new additions offer a singular vision of contending in the division, despite projection systems being unimpressed. The Royals face an uphill climb but believe they have the potential to compete in the division.
The San Francisco Giants sign outfielder Jung Hoo Lee to a six-year, $113 million deal, addressing their offensive deficiency and lack of on-base percentage. Lee, a KBO star, is known for his high contact rate and ability to get on base. The Kansas City Royals bolster their pitching staff by signing starter Seth Lugo to a three-year, $45 million contract and reliever Chris Stratton to a two-year, $8 million deal. The Royals' pitching was one of the worst in the league last year, and these signings aim to improve their rotation and bullpen. The New York Yankees acquire left-handed reliever Victor González and infield prospect Jorbit Vivas from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for minor leaguer Trey Sweeney.
The Kansas City Royals are finalizing deals with right-handed pitcher Seth Lugo on a three-year, $45 million contract and right-handed reliever Chris Stratton on a two-year deal. Lugo can opt out of his contract after 2025, while Stratton's deal includes a player option in 2025. These signings come after the Royals recently signed lefty reliever Will Smith. Lugo, known for his curveball, had a successful season as a starter for the Padres in 2023. Stratton, who was traded to the Rangers last season, provides another reliable arm for the Royals' bullpen. The team is actively looking to improve their roster and pitching staff during the offseason.
The Kansas City Royals have reached agreements with free agent pitcher Seth Lugo and reliever Chris Stratton to bolster their struggling pitching staff. Lugo will receive a three-year, $45 million contract with an opt-out after the second season, while Stratton will get $8 million over two years with an opt-out after the first. The Royals have been actively pursuing midtier free agent pitchers after a disappointing season, and these signings aim to improve their bullpen, which was particularly problematic last year.
The Kansas City Royals have reached a three-year, $45 million agreement with right-hander Seth Lugo, pending a physical. Lugo, who spent most of his time as a reliever for the Mets, had a successful stint as a starter with the Padres last season. The 34-year-old opted out of his previous contract and entered free agency, attracting interest from multiple teams. The Royals, in need of starting pitching, secured Lugo's services to bolster their rotation. The deal comes as part of the team's plan to upgrade their pitching staff, with Lugo joining breakout pitcher Cole Ragans at the top of the rotation.
MLB rumors continue to swirl as top free agent starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto meets with multiple teams, including the Yankees, Mets, Giants, Red Sox, Phillies, and Dodgers. The Cardinals are looking to extend first baseman Paul Goldschmidt, while the Royals are finalizing deals with starting pitcher Seth Lugo and reliever Chris Stratton. The Guardians sign pitcher Ben Lively, and the Giants secure Korean outfielder Jung Hoo Lee with a six-year, $113 million contract. The Pirates add first baseman Rowdy Tellez on a one-year deal.
Right-handed pitcher Seth Lugo, who was rumored to be a target for the Boston Red Sox, is reportedly finalizing a three-year, $45 million deal with the Kansas City Royals. Lugo spent the 2023 season as a starter for the San Diego Padres after primarily serving as a reliever for the New York Mets. The Red Sox were also linked to Japanese left-hander Shota Imanaga as another potential option.
The Kansas City Royals are set to sign right-handed pitcher Seth Lugo to a three-year, $45 million deal, with an opt-out option after 2025. Lugo had a solid season with the Padres, posting a 3.57 ERA in 26 starts. Known for his strike-throwing ability and a diverse pitch mix, Lugo will bring stability to the Royals' rotation. The team had pursued him last year, and now they have secured his services to bolster their pitching staff.
The New York Yankees, who recently acquired Juan Soto, are reportedly looking to fill their pitching depth and could target free agent Seth Lugo. Lugo, a former teammate of Soto's, declined his player option with the San Diego Padres and could be a suitable replacement for Michael King, who was traded to the Padres. Lugo has experience as both a starter and reliever and had a solid season in 2023 as a starter. With the Yankees in need of pitching, Lugo could be a cost-effective option to fill the void. However, it was later reported that Lugo signed with the Kansas City Royals for a higher price than expected.
The San Diego Padres have been unable to extend their winning streak beyond three games this season, losing in gut-wrenching fashion each time they had a chance. Despite their recent three-game winning streak against the Giants, the Padres are 5.5 games out of the final National League wild-card spot with 24 games remaining. Pitcher Seth Lugo continues to impress, earning an extra $250,000 by reaching an incentive threshold in his contract. The Padres' Big Four hitters have struggled in August but have shown improvement in September, contributing to the team's recent success. Xander Bogaerts had a productive game with four hits, while the Padres were penalized for a "shift violation" for the first time this season.