The Royals signed veteran Rich Hill to a minor league deal. They would be his 14th team if called up
- The Kansas City Royals signed 45-year-old left-handed veteran Rich Hill to a minor league deal on Tuesday, marking his first stint with the team.
- Hill, who debuted with the Cubs in 2005, has pitched for 13 franchises over his 20-year career and will join the Royals as his 14th if called up.
- After a 2023 season split between the Pirates and Padres with a 5.41 ERA, Hill made four relief appearances for the Red Sox before being designated for assignment in September.
- Royals manager Matt Quatraro praised Hill, saying, "I love Rich," and noted it is remarkable Hill still competes and has the drive to pitch in Triple-A.
- Hill will report to spring training in Surprise, Arizona, then likely join Triple-A Omaha to attempt to contribute to the Royals' postseason contention plans.
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Royals sign 45-year-old lefty Hill to Minor League deal
Rich Hill isn’t done trying to play Major League Baseball just yet. The 45-year-old left-hander, who was first drafted into pro ball in 1999, has signed a Minor League deal with the Royals, the team announced on Tuesday. Hill will report to the club's Spring Training facility in Surprise, Ariz.,
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