Royals Ink Reliever Eli Morgan to Minor League Deal After Injury-Plagued Season

The Kansas City Royals have signed 29-year-old right-hander Eli Morgan to a minor league deal, bolstering their bullpen depth. Morgan, formerly with the Cubs, posted an excellent 1.93 ERA in 32 games in 2024 but was limited to just seven games in 2025 due to an inflamed ulnar nerve in his right elbow, leading to him being non-tendered. He mixes a 92 mph four-seamer with a slider and changeup, and the Royals hope he can contribute to the big league team, joining other veteran minor league signings.