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Kansas City Royals news: The World Series begins tonight!

At The Star, Jaylon Thompson helps outline Royals priorities for the offseason: “The bullpen, I think, is clearly the one we have the most work to do,” Royals general manager J.J. Picollo said recently. “(It’s) followed by starting pitchers, getting…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 12:00 PM
Kansas City Royals news: The World Series begins tonight!
Key Things to Know
  • The 2026 World Series begins between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays.
  • Royals general manager J.J. Picollo identified the bullpen and starting pitching depth as the team's top offseason priorities.
  • The Royals appointed Legends Global as the owner's representative for their planned downtown ballpark project.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The 2026 World Series begins with a matchup between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays, ensuring a first-time champion. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals are prioritizing their offseason plans, with general manager J.J. Picollo identifying bullpen reconstruction and starting pitching depth as the team's foremost targets.

Off the field, the Royals selected Legends Global as the owner's representative for their proposed downtown ballpark project. The franchise also mourned the passing of former player Todd Benzinger, who was warmly remembered by Royals Hall of Famer Mike Sweeney.

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