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Royals Acquire Pitcher Mitch Spence from Athletics
The trade sends RHP A.J. Causey to Oakland in exchange.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The Kansas City Royals have acquired right-handed pitcher Mitch Spence from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for Royals pitcher A.J. Causey. The trade was announced on February 13, 2026.
Why it matters
This trade represents an effort by the Royals to bolster their pitching staff as they look to improve their performance in the upcoming season. Spence is expected to provide additional depth and experience to the Royals' rotation.
The details
The Royals sent right-handed pitcher A.J. Causey to the Athletics in exchange for Mitch Spence. Spence, 28, has spent the last three seasons with the Athletics, compiling a 4.19 ERA over 162 innings pitched. Causey, 25, has been part of the Royals' minor league system since 2021.
- The trade was announced on February 13, 2026.
The players
Mitch Spence
A 28-year-old right-handed pitcher who has spent the last three seasons with the Oakland Athletics.
A.J. Causey
A 25-year-old right-handed pitcher who has been part of the Kansas City Royals' minor league system since 2021.
Kansas City Royals
A Major League Baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri.
Oakland Athletics
A Major League Baseball team based in Oakland, California.
What’s next
The Royals will look to integrate Mitch Spence into their pitching rotation for the upcoming season as they aim to improve their performance and compete in the AL Central division.
The takeaway
This trade represents an effort by the Royals to bolster their pitching staff and add depth and experience to their roster as they look to improve their performance in the upcoming season.
