The Kansas City Royals have had their eyes on Jarren Duran at the MLB trade deadline, and Seth Lugo or Lucas Erceg could be their ticket.

Jon Morosi from MLB Network reported on Tuesday that the Cubs have reached out to the Royals regarding their pitching. At the time, the Royals were considered most likely to trade Lugo as he has an opt-out option after this season.

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With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching, Royals GM JJ Picollo hints that the team might hold on to the All-star passed the deadline.

Harvey suffered a right teres major strain on April 8 and was placed on the 60-day injured list shortly after.

The Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago Cubs 8-4 on Wednesday afternoon at Wrigley Field as they try to stay in the American League playoff race. At 50-53, they are just 4.5 games back of the third and final wild card spot in the American League.

Vinnie Pasquantino hit two of Kansas City’s four two-run homers and doubled on a 3-for-4 afternoon, leading the Royals past the Chicago Cubs 8-4.

The Kansas City Royals made a noteworthy roster shakeup on Friday, designating veteran utility man Cavan Biggio for assignment in order to reinstate right-handed reliever Hunter Harvey from the 60-day injured list. In a corresponding move, pitcher Jonathan Bowlan was optioned to Triple-A Omaha.