The Royals have reached a one-year deal with pitcher Brian Bannister.
Kansas City also gave pitcher Kyle Davies a one-year deal and declined to make an offer to catcher John Buck.
Bannister, 28, went 7-12 with a 4.73 ERA in 26 starts last season.
He will make $2.3 million next season and Davies' deal is worth $1.8 million.
Royals Reach One-Year Deal With Bannister