The Kansas City Royals already have their work cut out for them this offseason with plenty of areas in need of an upgrade in order to hopefully restore themselves to postseason status in 2026.
The two most notable needs are of course the outfield and second base, which were both arguably their most unproductive positions in 2025.
And while insiders and analysts every speculate on who J.J. Picollo and Co. might bring in to address these dire needs, their list of potential free agent targets just shortened on Tuesday thanks to a pair of solid names accepting the qualifying offer.