SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) \u2014 The Kansas City Royals signed two-time All-Star Starling Marte on Monday to a $1 million deal for the upcoming season, hoping that the right-handed-batting veteran can provide some help off the bench or against left-handed pitching.<\/p>\n
The Royals designated outfielder Dairon Blanco for assignment in a corresponding roster move.<\/p>\n
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