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Royals Announce Opening Day Roster

The Kansas City Royals announced the following roster moves today to finalize their Opening Day roster:

  • Kyle Isbel and Jake Brentz selected to the 40-man roster
  • Meibrys Viloria and Scott Blewett designated for assignment

The Royals now have 40 players on the Major League Reserve List with Adalberto Mondesi on the 10-day Injured List.

The Royals’ 26-man roster includes 10 players who made the Opening Day roster in 2020, including pitchers Scott Barlow, Danny Duffy, Greg Holland, Josh Staumont and Kyle Zimmer; catcher Salvador Perez; infielders Nicky Lopez, Ryan McBroom, Whit Merrifield; and outfielder Jorge Soler.