Former Phillies closer Carlos Estevez is heading to Kansas City.
The right-hander is signing a deal with the Royals, according to a report from Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the deal is for two years with a club option. Mark Feinsand of MLB.com says the guarantee is for two years and $22 million. The club option for 2027 is worth $13 million. He will receive a $2 million buyout after 2026 if the club option is not exercised.