KANSAS CITY, MO. (Sports Network) – Right-hander Ubaldo Jimenez returns from a five-game suspension to make his second start of the season today when the Cleveland Indians visit the Kansas City Royals in the finale of a three-game series at Kauffman Stadium. Jimenez, a 19-game winner with Colorado in 2010, was 6-9 with them last season before a trade deadline deal sent him to Cleveland
Continue reading …Kansas City, MO (Sports Network) – The Kansas City Royals signed outfielder Alex Gordon to a four-year contract on Friday. The deal includes a player option for the 2016 campaign. The 28-year-old Gordon hit .303 with 23 homers, 45 doubles and 87 RBI in 151 games last season.
Continue reading …Philadelphia, PA (Chris Ruddick, MLB Editor – Sports Network) – For years we have heard how deep and talented the Kansas City Royals farm system was. In 2011 that young talent started to boil over at the major league level
Continue reading …KANSAS CITY, MO. (Missouri Sports Magazine) – On Thursday the Royals unveiled their exciting 2012 promotions and special events lineup. The schedule features great giveaways, the return of fan favorites and the introduction of special offers, which allow fans to experience all the ballpark’s offerings at exceptional values. Highlights from the 2012 lineup of events, as well as details on some of the club’s new ticket offerings, are listed below. In addition, the complete special events schedule is attached and can also be found at www.royals.com/promotions . Please note all dates and times are subject to change. EXCITING PROMOTIONS Jackie Robinson Jersey Tee: Every year on April 15, Major League Baseball celebrates the legacy of Jackie Robinson’s first Major League game.
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