The Kansas City Royals signed reliever Eli Morgan to a minor league deal with a Spring Training invite.

The Kansas City Royals have signed reliever Eli Morgan to a minor league contract with a non-roster invite to Spring Training. Morgan, 29, was non-tendered by the Cubs after missing time in 2024 due to elbow inflammation and making only 12 minor league appearances. He previously spent four seasons with the Cleveland Guardians, posting a 3.27 ERA in 176 innings from 2022 to 2024, including a sub-2.00 ERA in 32 appearances during the 2024 season. The Royals, seeking bullpen depth, are counting on Morgan to compete for a middle-relief role alongside other veterans, with the option to move between the majors and Triple-A Omaha.