Royals moves for Santana, Benintendi proof it's time to win The Royals had been quiet the past couple of off-season cycles, letting the young core they plan to lead their next assault on the World Series to grow and develop out of the bright spotlight of the major leagues. The Canadian Press Andrew Benintendi , The Canadian Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Royals had been quiet the past couple of off-season cycles, letting the young core they plan to lead their next assault on the World Series to grow and develop out of the bright spotlight of the major leagues. Two significant moves the past couple of months are evidence the waiting is done.