This was the right-hander's second stint with the Royals.

The Royals released former closer Scott Barlow less than two months after he rejoined the organization on a minor league deal.

A former Los Angeles Dodgers prospect was released by the Kansas City Royals after his ninth year in the MLB.Right-handed pitcher Scott Barlow was released by the Kansas City Royals organization on Thursday, according to the MiLB transactions log. Barlow was pitching for the Omaha Storm Chasers in Triple-A but was released.The Dodgers selected Barlow […] The post Former Dodgers Prospect Released by Royals After 9-Year MLB Stint appeared first on HEAVY.

Kansas City adds a familiar arm to its bullpen.

The Royals have signed Scott Barlow to a minor league deal after the veteran reliever was released by the Athletics.

Relief pitcher Scott Barlow, who signed a one-year deal with the Reds about one year ago, reportedly is headed to the Athletics.

The A's are building up their bullpen.

As the Minnesota Twins continue the 2026 offseason, the front office faces the elephant in the room: the urgent need to rebuild a competitive bullpen while operating under significant payroll constraints.

The White Sox may not be able to add a traditional closer, but signing the right veteran arm could stabilize the bullpen in 2026.