The Kansas City Royals report to spring training in just over a week, with elevated expectation in 2024.

 

The team has been one of the most active in baseball this season, adding established pitchers Seth Lugo, Michael Wacha, Chris Stratton, and Will Smith, as well as hitters Adam Frazier, Hunter Refroe, and Garrett Hampson.

 

General Manager JJ Picollo says the organization set a goal early to improve the team.

 

The team also intends to build around young talent, recently agreeing to an extension with shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. Witt says he's excited to progress on an extension.

 

Kansas City reports to spring training next Wednesday, with their first exhibition games on February 23rd.