The Kansas City Royals continue to work on extending key pieces of the organization, agreeing to a new deal with General Manager JJ Picollo through the 2030 season.

 

The deal is a five-year extension, and was announced by the team earlier this week from Spring Training. CEO and Chairman John Sherman says a winning culture begins with strong people at the top.

 

Picollo was named the team's general manager in 2021, and was elevated to the top position in the front office the following year, when the team parted ways with Dayton Moore. Picollo says it's difficult to be successful without a committed ownership group.

 

The team also announced they will be picking up the contract option for the 2026 season for Manager Matt Quatraro, with the potential to extend his contract multiple years as well. Quatraro says you have to constantly prove your worth in this sport.

 

The Royals play the Texas Rangers in their first spring exhibition game on Friday afternoon.