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Kansas City quiet on Day 1 of Winter Meetings

12/07/09 7:35 PM EST INDIANAPOLIS — The most popular rumors flying around the Royals during the Winter Meetings on Monday involved pitcher Gil Meche. There was speculation that he might go to the New York Mets in a deal involving second baseman Luis Castillo. There was even a report the Chicago Cubs were discussing a [...]

KC GM Moore looking to trade market to fill club's needs

12/06/09 7:55 PM EST INDIANAPOLIS — If talk means anything, the Royals could be poised for a lively session at the Winter Meetings, which begin officially on Monday. General manager Dayton Moore is gearing up for action, concentrating now on the trade market. "I would say we've had more discussions this year than we've had [...]

Royals do have some potential bargaining chips

12/04/09 12:00 AM EST Club needs RELIEF PITCHERS: With last offseason's top bullpen additions, Kyle Farnsworth and Juan Cruz, not exactly setting the woods on fire, the annual search is on to give closer Joakim Soria a firm foundation of setup men. Experienced middle men wouldn't hurt, either. CATCHER: A better defense is a priority, [...]

KC hoping to fill catcher, relief needs via potential trades

12/02/09 12:00 AM EST KANSAS CITY — Just like last year, the Royals sprang into action well before the Winter Meetings. General manager Dayton Moore made one of the first deals this offseason by acquiring second baseman Chris Getz and third baseman Josh Fields from the White Sox in exchange for infielder-outfielder Mark Teahen. Now [...]

Honor luncheon to be held Jan. 27 in Seattle

11/30/09 10:00 PM EST KANSAS CITY — Mark Teahen has changed cities, but his contributions to Kansas City are continuing to be recognized. Teahen, traded by the Royals to the Chicago White Sox on Nov. 6, was announced as winner of the 2009 Hutch Award on Monday. The award is given annually to the Major [...]