As the Deadline Closes in, Royals Face 3 Big Roster Questions

As the Deadline closes in, Royals face 3 big roster questions

This story was excerpted from Anne Rogers' Royals Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. KANSAS CITY -- Happy Trade Deadline Day! This afternoon figures to be chaotic, with teams swapping players at a rapid rate before 5 p.m.

Will the Royals commit to a trade deadline direction?

The trade deadline is upon us and the Royals have sort of bought, but seem to be hesitant to decide anything.

Royals Acquire Randal Grichuk, Kick Off Trade Deadline Season

The Kansas City Royals acquired Randal Grichuk from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday. The Royals needed some veteran outfield help and found one who can play the corner spots. Royals reportedly acquire OF Randal Grichuk from the D-backs per multiple reports including @MLBNetwork Insider @JonHeyman. pic.twitter.com/RqSYIf9bWH — MLB (@MLB) July 27, 2025 12-Year Veteran Grichuk brings 12 years of experience with five different teams to the Roy…