Kansas City Royals' 2026 X-Factor Can Change Everything
•Yahoo Sports
The Royals need this player to have a big season.
The Kansas City Royals are looking to have a successful 2026 season. They know that Bobby Witt Jr. will lead the way, but can an X-factor step up this season?
Isaac Collins could emerge in that role. Collins, 28, had spent his entire career with the Milwaukee Brewers before getting traded to the Royals this past offseason. In 2025, Collins displayed signs of serious promise, hitting .
263/. 368/. 411 across 130 games played.
The Brewers' decision to trade him during the offseason caught many by surprise. It worked out well for a Royals ball club that needed additional offensive help, however. Collins' presence could certainly help this team take a step forward.