Kansas City Royals Unveil New Nike City Connect Jerseys

Royals President of Business Operations discusses the team's new look and upcoming promotions

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:33am

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A fragmented, geometric painting in shades of blue and red, conceptually representing the Kansas City Royals' new Nike City Connect jersey design.The Royals' new City Connect jersey design, deconstructed into a cubist masterpiece, celebrates the team's connection to Kansas City's unique identity.Kansas City Today

The Kansas City Royals have unveiled their new Nike City Connect jerseys, and the team's President of Business Operations, Cullen Maxey, sat down for an interview to discuss the new design, what he likes about it, and other promotional plans the Royals have in the works.

Why it matters

The City Connect jersey series has become an increasingly popular way for MLB teams to connect with their local communities through unique uniform designs. The Royals' new look is the latest in this initiative, giving the team a chance to showcase their identity and engage with fans in a fresh way.

The details

Cullen Maxey, the Royals' President of Business Operations, spoke about the team's new Nike City Connect jerseys, highlighting features he likes and upcoming promotions the team has planned around the new design.

  • The new KC Royals Nike City Connect jerseys were released on April 10, 2026.

The players

Cullen Maxey

The President of Business Operations for the Kansas City Royals.

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What they’re saying

“We're really excited about the new City Connect jerseys and the opportunity to connect with our fans in Kansas City in a unique way.”

— Cullen Maxey, President of Business Operations

What’s next

The Royals will be wearing the new City Connect jerseys for select home games throughout the 2026 season, and the team plans to host special promotions and giveaways around those games.

The takeaway

The Royals' new Nike City Connect jerseys represent the team's latest effort to strengthen its connection with the Kansas City community, showcasing the city's identity and engaging fans through unique uniform designs and promotional events.