Kris Bubic

Royals left-hander Kris Bubic has won his arbitration hearing against the team.

Fantasy Impact

Bubic will earn $6.15 million in 2026 rather than the $5.15 million figure submitted by the Royals. The 28-year-old southpaw was excellent in 2025, posting a 2.55 ERA across 20 starts.

Kris Bubic's six-week scan in mid-September returned good news, as he is on track for a normal offseason.

Fantasy Impact

After his rotator cuff strain was determined to require extended rest rather than surgery, Bubic's six-week scan returned good news. This puts him on track for a normal offseason and means he will be ready for the start of the 2026 season.

The Royals transferred Kris Bubic to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

The move opens up a roster spot for Kansas City. Bubic has been ruled out for the season.

Kris Bubic will miss the rest of the 2025 season as he recovers from the left rotator cuff strain.

Fantasy Impact

Bubic landed on the injured list over the weekend. He finishes the year with a dominant 2.55 ERA and 116 strikeouts across 20 starts.

The Royals placed LHP Kris Bubic on the 15-day injured list with a left rotator cuff strain.

Fantasy Impact

Bubic had said he was pitching through a shoulder injury following Saturday's start. He'll rest his shoulder for at least the next couple of weeks.