Yordano Ventura and the Kansas City Royals reached a $23 million, five-year deal Saturday, two days before the emerging ace is set to start the opener for the AL champions. With a 100 mph fastball and one World Series win already to his credit, the 23-year-old Ventura committed to the Royals through the 2019 season. Royals manager Ned Yost raved about Ventura. He's a tremendous competitor - all things that are hard to find in a young pitcher of his caliber.'' Ventura and the Royals host the Chicago White Sox on opening day Monday. More...