Royals Explore Roster Changes for 2025

The Kansas City Royals are actively seeking to enhance their offensive performance heading into the 2025 season after finishing with a .306 team OBP, which ranked 19th in MLB. They are exploring trade options for pitchers Alec Marsh and Kris Bubic, while considering more valuable assets like Brady Singer to bring in established hitters. Potential free-agent targets include outfielders such as Joc Pederson, who had a standout 2024 season, and Michael Conforto, with the aim of improving a struggling outfield that hindered their playoff run. Additionally, players like Jurickson Profar and Gleyber Torres are being eyed as potential additions to bolster the lineup. The Royals' general manager J.J. Picollo faces critical decisions about the outfield, including the future of center fielder Isbel, as they aim for deeper postseason success in the upcoming year.