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Royals Demand Big Deals for Wacha and Lugo | Kansas City Royals News
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The Royals are holding firm on veteran pitchers Michael Wacha and Seth Lugo, demanding “enticing” offers before the August 3 trade deadline—because they’re vital to both short-term stability and long-term plans. Wacha, AL’s innings leader, and Lugo, a former All-Star, come with hefty contracts and club options, plus they’ll hit free agency in 2029. With starters Cole Ragans (post-surgery) and Kris Bubic (shoulder issues, impending FA) in doubt, the Royals need these two to anchor their rotation. GM J.J. Picollo insists they’re not for sale cheap—they want MLB-ready arms to bolster the farm system, but also need Wacha and Lugo to carry the load in 2027. It’s a high-stakes balancing act: compete now or build for the future—and Picollo’s keeping all options on the table.
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