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flag The Royals traded for pitcher Mason Black from the Giants, sending minor league pitcher Logan Martin in return.

flag The Kansas City Royals acquired right-handed pitcher Mason Black from the San Francisco Giants for minor league pitcher Logan Martin. flag Black, 25, was designated for assignment after a 5.81 ERA in 119 1/3 innings at Triple-A in 2025, though he showed promise earlier in his career with a 3.77 ERA from 2022 to 2024. flag The Royals see potential in him, especially with one option year remaining, and may use him in the rotation or bullpen. flag In return, the Giants receive Martin, a 2023 12th-round pick who posted a 3.45 ERA in Single-A and High-A, and is Rule 5 eligible in 2026. flag The trade adds depth to the Royals’ system while giving the Giants a return on a player they were ready to part with.

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