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Kansas City Royals make hitting coach change
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At Dream Series, MLB Works to Develop Young Black Players - The New York Times
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The Kansas City MLB Urban Youth Academy to Be Located at Parade Park
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Tigers beat the Royals 6-3
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Former MLS midfielder Lee Nguyen joins Kansas City Current as assistant coach
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Percentage of Black players in MLB low, but there are signs of growth
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Travis Kelce's former coach reflects on Chiefs star's growth, career
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Locals have rooting interest in Royals, Giants
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KC Royals look to improve 2024 roster in 2023 MLB offseason
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Royals Rumblings - News for January 27, 2023 - Royals Review
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Kansas City Royals, History & Notable Players
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Royals catcher Salvador Perez reaches new milestone vs. Blue Jays