Overview
- Kansas City announced a minor-league contract with the veteran right-hander two days after he exercised an opt-out to secure his release from the Cubs.
- The Royals assigned Turnbull to Triple-A Omaha.
- Turnbull struggled in 2025 with a 9.49 ERA for Triple-A Iowa (24 2/3 innings, 13 walks, 24 strikeouts) after allowing five runs on 12 hits in 6 1/3 innings over three appearances with the Blue Jays.
- He was effective for Philadelphia in 2024 before a lat strain in late June ended his season.
- The deal carries minimal cost since the Royals would owe only the prorated MLB minimum for any major-league time, with Toronto paying the remainder, and he could be considered for rotation depth or a swingman role as Kansas City chases a wild-card berth.