Nick Mears Stats & Bio | Royals Pitcher

About Nick Mears

Nick Mears is a right-handed relief pitcher for the Kansas City Royals, wearing jersey number 31. Standing 6'3" and weighing 217 pounds, Mears brings a commanding physical presence to the mound. Born on October 7, 1996, in Sacramento, California, he developed his baseball foundation at Sacramento City College before making his way through the professional ranks. The California native has worked his way into the Royals bullpen, recently appearing in five games where he posted a 5.29 ERA while striking out six batters across 5.1 innings of work. As a young arm continuing to refine his craft at the major league level, Mears represents the kind of developmental talent Kansas City has embraced as part of their rebuilding trajectory and long-term pitching plans.

Updated: Mar 19, 2026