Lane Thomas

Free agent outfielder Lane Thomas has signed a contract with the Kansas City Royals.

Fantasy Impact

Financial terms of the deal has yet to be publicly reported, but Thomas will remain in the American League Central after being dealt to the Cleveland Guardians at the 2024 trade deadline. The 30-year-old struggled mightily in limited action in 2025, hitting just .163 with four homers in 39 games. He underwent foot surgery in late September that came with a three-to-four-month recovery timeline.

Lane Thomas underwent right foot surgery on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

To address the plantar fasciitis issue he has been dealing with this season, Thomas underwent surgery. He is expected to return to full baseball activities in three to four months.

Lane Thomas' rehab assignment has been paused after he experienced a recurrence of right foot pain.

Fantasy Impact

Thomas is set to meet with a foot specialist to address his recurring pain. Following that visit, the team is expected to have a clearer picture of the injury's severity and can establish a timeline for his return to the field.

Lane Thomas ran the bases and took on-field batting practice on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Thomas, who has been on the injured list with right foot plantar fasciitis since July 6, continues to progress in his rehab and is nearing a rehab assignment. The team is hopeful for a September return, but no exact timetable has been established.

Lane Thomas took on-field batting practice on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Thomas continues to participate in baseball activities as he recovers from right foot plantar fasciitis. The team is hopeful he can be activated from the injured list sometime in September.