The Royals on Wednesday signed first baseman Lucas Duda, who played a key, if unintended role, in helping the team win the 2015 World Series.
Terms of the one-year deal weren't announced, but Fan Rag Sports said it is a $3.5 million contract.
In the 2015 World Series, the Royals trailed 2-1 in the top of the ninth inning of Game 5 but had Eric Hosmer at third base with one out. Salvador Perez grounded to third baseman David Wright, who threw to Duda at first base. Hosmer dashed for home and Duda's throw to the plate was off the mark.