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James L. McArthur (born December 11, 1996) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Kansas City Royals of Major League Baseball (MLB). He made his MLB debut in 2023.
Kansas City Royals optioned RHP James McArthur to Omaha Storm Chasers. May 8, 2023 Philadelphia Phillies traded RHP James McArthur to Kansas City Royals for OF Junior Marin and cash.
James McArthur is a right-handed pitcher who was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in 2018 and traded to the Royals in 2023. He has a career ERA of 4.60 and 10 saves in 35 games as a reliever.
- New Braunfels, TX, United States
- December 11, 1996
May 2, 2024 · On May 8, 2023, the Royals acquired McArthur for Minor League outfielder Junior Marin and cash. It was a minor trade at the time; McArthur was a fringe-roster player, and the Phillies needed bullpen help and a 40-man spot for Jeff Hoffman in late May.
Mar 11, 2024 · The 27-year-old right-hander has a 1.42 ERA in five Cactus League appearances and credits his slider for his success. He is one of the key additions to a revamped relief corps that includes Will Smith, Chris Stratton and Nick Anderson.
Dec 11, 1996 · Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights of James McArthur, a right-handed pitcher for the Kansas City Royals. He has 11 saves, 4.15 ERA and 150+ strikeouts in the 2024 season.
May 8, 2023 · The Royals acquired right-handed pitcher James McArthur from the Phillies for minor league outfielder Junior Marin and cash considerations. McArthur, 26, was designated for assignment by Philadelphia last Thursday and will be optioned to Triple-A Omaha.
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