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ACL Royals set the foundation in Surprise as Kansas City’s rookie affiliate
The ACL Royals operate out of Surprise, Arizona, as Kansas City’s rookie-level affiliate, playing home dates at Surprise Stadium and working daily on the back fields at the complex [1][2][3]. It’s the first rung of the ladder for the Boys in Blue, where recent draftees and international signees begin their pro journey [1].The club competes in the Arizona Complex League, which rebranded from the Arizona League ahead of 2021. The Royals’ presence at the complex dates to 2003, a season that ended with a league championship, and the organization has at times run two squads in the circuit, distinguished as Blue and Gold [1].Fans can keep tabs on roster moves, highlights and player features throughout the summer on the team’s social channels dedicated to the Surprise operation [2][3].