Estévez done for 2026 after shoulder surgery
The Royals reliever's rehab attempt failed, leading to surgery that ends his season.
Carlos Estévez will not return to the Royals in 2026 after undergoing shoulder surgery. The procedure came after a rehab assignment failed to restore him to game readiness. The loss of Estévez is a significant blow to Kansas City's bullpen for the remainder of the season.
More on the Royals wire.
Royals Send Mason Black to Minors, Altering Lynch's Starter Role
Black had served as a multi-inning safety valve behind Lynch all season; his demotion forces Lynch to go deeper into games on his own.
Royals Call Up LHP Anthony Gose from Triple-A Omaha
Kansas City adds veteran lefty reliever Anthony Gose to the active roster after a solid recent stretch in Triple-A.
Kansas City Royals Announce Roster Moves
The Royals posted roster moves on their official account; specific transaction details were not available from the linked content.
Tony Gonsolin Posts 3 Hitless Innings in First Rehab Outing with Triple-A Omaha
RHP Tony Gonsolin began a rehab assignment with the Royals' Triple-A affiliate, tossing 3 hitless frames — though he is not yet cleared for MLB action.
Gonsolin Starts Rehab Assignment in Triple-A for Royals
The right-hander, recovering from injury, looked sharp in his first rehab start, tossing three hitless frames for Kansas City's Triple-A club.
Tony Gonsolin Begins Rehab Assignment with Triple-A Omaha
The Kansas City Royals announced Gonsolin will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha as he works back from injury; no timetable has been disclosed.