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Royals Reunite with Frazier; Pirates Land Promising Prospect

7/17/2025

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Royals Reunite Frazier

In a surprising move, the Kansas City Royals welcomed back infielder Adam Frazier, 33, after his stint with the Pittsburgh Pirates. In return, the Pirates acquired promising minor leaguer Cam Devanney, 28, who shone in Triple-A with a .272 batting average and 18 home runs, eager to make his mark in the MLB.

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Cubs Pursue Keller

The Chicago Cubs are setting their sights on acquiring starting pitcher Mitch Keller from the Pittsburgh Pirates, especially after the Royals snagged Adam Frazier. With injuries and erratic performances plaguing their rotation, Cubs president Jed Hoyer is determined to bolster the team's pitching lineup ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

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Royals Reunite Frazier

In a surprising move, the Kansas City Royals welcomed back infielder Adam Frazier, 33, after his stint with the Pittsburgh Pirates. In return, the Pirates acquired promising minor leaguer Cam Devanney, 28, who shone in Triple-A with a .272 batting average and 18 home runs, eager to make his mark in the MLB.

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