Kansas City Royals

Kansas City Royals recognize Hispanic Heritage Month and honors local uniformed heroes with celebrations

09/04/2007 -- Kansas City Royals hurler Brian Bannister and Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki have been named August's Rookies of the Month.    » read more »

Luke Hochevar's recall from Omaha among moves

09/03/2007, KANSAS CITY -- The Kansas City Royals made a series of roster moves today and announced several more moves for tomorrow. Prior to tonight's game in Texas, the Kansas City Royals reinstated outfielder Mark Teahen from the 15-day disabled list, and recalled right-handed pitchers Kyle Davies and Leo Nunez from Wichita (AA). All three players will be in uniform for tonight's game.    » read more »

08/31/2007, Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN -- The Minnesota Twins announced after tonight's game that they will recall infielder Luis Rodriguez from Triple-A Rochester in time for Saturday morning's game vs. the Kansas City Royals. Since being optioned to Rochester on August 21, Luis Rodriguez batted .421 (8-for-19) with one double and one RBI in six games for the Red Wings.

In 44 games with the Minnesota Twins this season, Luis Rodriguez is batting .194 (21-for-108) with three doubles, two home runs and seven RBIs.

Source: MLB

08/31/2007, KANSAS CITY -- The Kansas City Royals have returned first baseman/designated hitter Mike Sweeney from his rehab assignment with Omaha (AAA) and reinstated him from the 60-day disabled list prior to tonight's second game in Minnesota. To make room for Sweeney on the active roster, the Kansas City Royals optioned right-handed pitcher Kyle Davies to Wichita (AA). The Kansas City Royals also transferred right-handed pitcher John Thomson from the 15-day to the 60-day D.L.    » read more »

Friday, Aug. 31 - Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2007; Minnesota Twins -vs- Kansas City Royals, Cleveland Indians

08/31/2007 -- Friday, August 31 (1:10 p.m.) vs. Kansas City Royals presented by Macy's
(GAME 1)
(Thursday ticket offer)
•TICKET SPECIAL - Thursdays at the Majors presented by Majors Sports Café and WFTC - Samsung Home Run Porch tickets are just $13; $5 gift certificate to Majors Sports Cafes (purchase of $25 or more required); and if the Twins get 13 hits, all fans in attendance receive a free beverage (soft drink or beer).    » read more »

08/31/2007, ARLINGTON, Texas -- Following a quick trip to California for three games, the Texas Rangers return to Rangers Ballpark in Arlington for games against the Kansas City Royals (Sept. 3-5) and Oakland Athletics (Sept. 7-9)    » read more »

Exclusive VIP Happy Hour features local favorite Flannigan's Right Hook

08/30/2007 -- The Kansas City Royals announce today the details of the club's first Halfway to St. Paddy's Day celebration on Monday, Sept. 17 when the Royals host the Chicago White Sox. Prior to the Royals-White Sox 7:10 p.m. game, the Royals are hosting a St. Paddy's Day-themed Happy Hour from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Brancato's Bullpen near Gate D of Kauffman Stadium. Along with a full Irish menu, the exclusive happy hour will also feature a performance by local Irish music favorite Flannigan's Right Hook.    » read more »

Kansas City Royals GM Dayton Moore speaks directly to fans during first chat on Sept. 4

08/29/2007, KANSAS CITY, MO -- The Kansas City Royals announced today the introduction of the Royals Relay Online Chat Session series on royals.com. The first online chat session is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. and will feature Dayton Moore, Senior Vice President-Baseball Operations and General Manager.    » read more »

08/28/2007, KANSAS CITY -- The Kansas City Royals Director of Player Development J.J. Picollo announced Monday the award winners for each of the club's eight Minor League affiliates. The players will all attend Royals Futures Day at Kauffman Stadium on Sept. 28 where they will be presented with their awards on the field in a pre-game ceremony at 6:45 p.m. During their visit to Kansas City, they will also make a trip to the Negro Leagues Museum at 10 a.m. on the 28th, followed by lunch at George Brett's on the Plaza.    » read more »

Texas Rangers' right-handed pitcher Josh Rupe among those selected to play

08/27/2007, ARLINGTON, Texas -- Eight players from the Texas Rangers organization have been selected to play for the Surprise Rafters in the Arizona Fall League.

Pitcher Josh Rupe and infielder Joaquin Arias are the only two players on the 40-man roster scheduled to participate. Rupe has been on the 60-day DL since June 16 sore right elbow. Arias has missed the entire 2007 season while recovering from injuries.    » read more »

26 August 2007 -- New York Yankees pitcher Chien-ming Wang continued his dominance of Major League Baseball's defending American League champion Detroit Tigers with a 7-2 victory Saturday.

Wang has five wins and no losses against the Detroit Tigers this season, along with a no decision.

The pitcher from Taiwan improved his overall record to 15-6 this year with Saturday's victory.

Detroit Tigers pitcher Jeremy Bonderman suffered his sixth straight loss after posting a 10-1 record to start the season.    » read more »

Kansas City Royals Hosts Cleveland Indians and Detroit Tigers with Fan-Favorites Dodge Buck Night and T-shirt Tuesday

Chicago White Sox recall Andy Gonzalez from Class AAA Charlotte

08/21/2007, CHICAGO -- Prior to tonight's game vs. Kansas City Royals, the Chicago White Sox placed infielder Alex Cintron on the Major League bereavement list and recalled infielder/outfielder Andy Gonzalez from Class AAA Charlotte.

Cintron, 28, is batting .217 (33-152) with no home runs and 14 RBI in 58 games this season. In accordance with Major League Baseball rules, Cintron must remain on the bereavement list a minimum of three days.    » read more »

Kansas City Royals celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with special pre-game concert