While the Kansas City Royals are busy trying to figure out what moves they should make to compete for the playoffs in 2026, the front office always has to keep future seasons in mind as well. Specifically, they have to factor in how they build the roster for the next few years while making room for retaining veterans like Vinnie Pasquantino.
For now, the Royals don't need to worry about retaining Pasquatch beyond whatever arbitration demands he be paid. However, while the slugger is under contract until after the 2028 season, there's always the potential to sign Pasquantino to a long-term deal that would bypass his final arb-eligible years.