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Royals Make a Big Decision on Former Dodgers All-Star

On Thursday, the Royals opted to exercise their club option on right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin. Kansas City decided to keep the experienced hurler, now entering his eighth season in the big leagues. For a team fresh off of a 69-win…

By Bryan Armetta · Heavy

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 10:19 PM

Key Things to Know

The Kansas City Royals exercised their $2.5 million club option on pitcher Tony Gonsolin.
The contract keeps the former Dodgers All-Star in Kansas City on a one-year deal.
Gonsolin made only one major league appearance in 2026 following elbow surgery and an allergic reaction.

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The Kansas City Royals have exercised their club option to retain right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin for the upcoming season. The 32-year-old former Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star will return to Kansas City on a one-year deal valued at $2.5 million.

Gonsolin made only one major league appearance for Kansas City in 2026 after working back from right elbow surgery. The Royals are counting on the experienced hurler to provide rotation depth alongside arms such as Cole Ragans, Seth Lugo, and Noah Cameron.

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