Kansas City Royals

Michael Massey and the Kansas City Royals avoided arbitration and agreed to a $1.57 million contract in 2026. (Source: Anne Rogers on X)

Fantasy Impact: Massey struggled through multiple injuries last season and batted just .244 with three home runs in 77 games with the Royals. However, between 2023 and 2024, Massey combined to hit 29 home runs while driving in 100 runs in 229 games with Kansas City. He is once again penciled in to be the starting second baseman for the Royals in 2026 and, if he can stay healthy, he is capable of returning to his 2024 form.

Nick Mears and the Kansas City Royals agreed on a one-year deal that will pay the righthander $1.9 million for the 2026 season. (Source: Anne Rogers on X)

Fantasy Impact: Mears will make his Kansas City debut in 2026 after being acquired from the Brewers in a trade last month. Mears enjoyed his best season last year, appearing in 63 games and pitching to a 3.49 ERA with Milwaukee. He has seen action in parts of six seasons with Pittsburgh, Colorado, and Milwaukee and has a career ERA of 4.61. He is expected to hold down a middle relief role for the Royals in 2026.