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Another closer? How Carlos Estévez strengthens KC Royals’ bullpen for 2025 season
The Royals announced Friday they had signed Estévez to a two-year contract with a club option. He will join a fortified KC bullpen that includes closer Lucas Erceg and high-leverage relievers Hunter Harvey and John Schreiber.
Carlos Estévez finalizes a $22 million, 2-year contract with the Kansas City Royals
Carlos Estévez joined Kansas City's bullpen on Friday, finalizing a $22 million, two-year contract with the Royals. The deal includes a club option for 2027. Infielder Braden Shewmake was designated for assignment to make room for Estévez on the team's 40-man roster.
MLB free agency: All-Star reliever Carlos Estévez, Royals agree to two-year deal, per reports
Estévez was an All-Star as Angels closer in 2023 and spent time closing for both the Angels and Phillies last season
Royals Sign Carlos Estévez
At the start of the offseason, MLBTR predicted Estévez for a three-year, $27MM deal. It seems the righty has been limited to a slightly lesser guarantee over two years, though he will end up beating that projection if the option is ultimately picked up.
Report: Royals agree with RHP Carlos Estévez on two-year, $22 million deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Royals and reliever Carlos Estévez have agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract, giving Kansas City another potential closer alongside Lucas Erceg, according to a person familiar with the deal.
Royals sign Carlos Estévez to two-year contract
The Kansas City Royals tonight announced a two-year contract with right-handed pitcher Carlos Estévez (es-TEH-vez). The deal also includes a club option for 2027. In a corresponding move, the Royals designated infielder Braden Shewmake for assignment.
Royals agree to terms with closer Carlos Estévez
The Royals add All-Star closer Carlos Estévez on a two-year deal to boost their bullpen after last season’s struggles.
Before signing Carlos Estévez, Royals pursued Anthony Santander
The Kansas City Royals made Santander a three-year offer and increased it to $66 million, according to sources briefed on the talks. But by the time they presented Santander with their enhanced proposal,
Royals Bolster Bullpen, Sign Carlos Estévez to Two-Year Deal
After their improbable run to the postseason last year, the Kansas City Royals‘ contending window seems firmly open in 2025. This winter they’d already
Royals reportedly add depth to bullpen with Carlos Estévez
Pitcher Carlos Estevez waves to his Philadelphia Phillies teammates in the bullpen in a game against the Houston Astros last August. The Kansas City Royals have reportedly added the veteran right-hander to their bullpen on a two-year, $20 million contract. Photo Credit: Yong Kim/Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS
4 Bullpen Options for Philadelphia Phillies To Target With Carlos Estevez Gone
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Red Sox Predicted To Pursue $11.5 Million Reliever After Carlos Estévez Whiff
The Boston Red Sox may turn their attention to pitcher David Robertson after whiffing on closer Carlos Estévez.
MLB free agent tracker: Blue Jays land Max Scherzer, Royals add Carlos Estévez for bullpen help
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Phillies urged to target projected $29 million 4-time All-Star to replace Carlos Estévez
The Philadelphia Phillies have had a relatively quiet offseason, with their only major move being the trade to acquire Jesus ...
Toronto Blue Jays Relief Target Signs with Kansas City Royals
Closer Carlos Estevez signed a two-year deal with the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night. Contract details were provided by Jesse Rogers of ESPN. Deal is for ...
Fantasy Baseball Offseason Tracker: Carlos Estevez bumps Lucas Erceg from closer role; Max Scherzer to Jays
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