KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Royals and reliever Carlos Estévez have agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract, giving Kansas City another potential closer alongside Lucas Erceg, according to a person familiar with the deal.
The deal includes a $13 million option with a $2 million buyout, said the person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal is pending a physical. Kansas City will have to clear a spot for Estévez on the 40-man roster when that happens.
The 32-year-old Estévez appeared in 54 games for the Angels and Phillies last season, compiling a 2.