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Royals 12-Year Veteran Slugger Declines Option, Enters Free Agency: Report

Royals 12-Year Veteran Slugger Declines Option, Enters Free Agency: Report

Summary

Randal Grichuk, a baseball player with 12 years of experience, declined a $5 million option with the Kansas City Royals and will enter free agency. He played in 43 games for the Royals last season and has experience with several other teams, including the Toronto Blue Jays. Grichuk will likely join a new team as a short-term addition next season.

Key Facts

  • Randal Grichuk has been a professional baseball player for 12 years.
  • He declined a $5 million mutual option with the Kansas City Royals.
  • Grichuk has played for the Royals, St. Louis Cardinals, Toronto Blue Jays, Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Angels, and Arizona Diamondbacks.
  • He played 43 games for the Royals in the last season.
  • While with the Toronto Blue Jays, he hit 90 home runs in 479 games.
  • Grichuk is known for his ability to play all three outfield positions.
  • He will become a free agent and look for a short-term contract with a new team.
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