The Kansas City Royals entered the offseason with intentions to strengthen both their pitching rotation and offensive lineup. They successfully signed Cole Ragans to a three-year deal, preserving part of an impressive rotation that helped them achieve a remarkable 30-win improvement and reach the playoffs for the first time in nine years. Although they traded some pitching assets for a leadoff hitter, significant offensive additions did not materialize, leading them to focus on bolstering their bullpen by signing a veteran closer.
The Royals began the offseason with a three-year signing to keep their excellent rotation intact. They traded from that starting staff a month later to acquire a new leadoff hitter.
Kansas City had a 30-win improvement relative to the preceding season. They held the Orioles to one run in two games to sweep their Wild Card series.
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