The Kansas City Royals avoided arbitration with six remaining arbitration-eligible players ahead of the 2025 season. The Royals announced Thursday that they have agreed to one-year contracts with Kyle Isbel, MJ Melendez, Kris Bubic, Hunter Harvey, Carlos Hernandez and John Schreiber.

Right-hander Michael Lorenzen and the Kansas City Royals have finalized a $7 million, one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2026 and $2.5 million in annual performance bonuses.

Former Atlanta Braves infielder Cavan Biggio is heading to Kansas City. It was reported on Sunday that he signed a minor-league deal with the Royals. The Braves were never expected to re-sign him after he elected free agency back in November.