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Royals Reportedly Agree to One-Year Deal With Lane Thomas

Kansas City bets on a pre-injury power-speed profile after a season curtailed by plantar fasciitis surgery.

Overview

  • The agreement is for $5.25 million with up to $1 million in incentives and is pending a physical and club confirmation, according to MLB.com reporting.
  • Thomas was limited to 39 games in 2025 due to a right foot plantar fasciitis issue that required September surgery, after earlier missing time with a right wrist bone bruise.
  • When active in 2025, he hit .160 with a .518 OPS over 125 at-bats for Cleveland.
  • He delivered notable October moments for the Guardians in 2024, including an ALDS Game 5 grand slam and a key ALCS Game 3 double.
  • His profile includes a strong track record versus left-handed pitching (.292/.359/.500), versatility across all outfield spots, an elite arm, and questions about range and post-surgery speed.