The Royals exercised club options on All-Star closer Wade Davis and shortstop Alcides Escobar on Friday, while designated hitter Kendrys Morales and starter Edinson Volquez declined their mutual options. Davis will make $10 million next season and Escobar will earn $6.5 million. The Royals also declined their mutual option on Kris Medlen after the right-hander exercised his portion of it.
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