The Kansas City Royals make a big move with their starting pitcher that ultimately affects the MLB Trade Deadline market.

Lugo made his MLB debut with the Mets in 2016 and was a mainly a relief pitcher in New York before joining the Padres in free agency after the 2022 season. There, he transitioned into a full-time starter.

The Kansas City Royals have made their move to add help in the outfield by trading for Arizona Diamondbacks veteran Randal Grichuk.

The Arizona Diamondbacks traded designated hitter/outfielder Randal Grichuk to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for minor-league reliever Andrew Hoffmann, the teams announced.Grichuk, who can test free agency after this season,

With three starters now on the IL, could the Kansas City Royals shift their thinking for the MLB Trade Deadline?

As part of the deal, the Royals sent minor league reliever Andrew Hoffman to the Diamondbacks. Why this trade could be a risk is Hoffman is an arm that could turn into a decent reliever in MLB. This season, Hoffman has a 2.25 ERA with a 1.13 WHIP. He also has 55 strikeouts and two saves.

The Kansas City Royals have had their eyes on Jarren Duran at the MLB trade deadline, and Seth Lugo or Lucas Erceg could be their ticket.

With only six days to go before the Major League Baseball trade deadline, there's one key question the Kansas City Royals are facing. Is Seth Lugo staying or go