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Nzoner's Game Room>***Official 2021 Royals Season Repository Thread***
ChiefsCountry 12:01 PM 01-07-2021
For all things Royals for the new year.

Free Agent Signings:
Carlos Santana
Mike Minor
Michael Taylor
Ervin Santana

Top 10 Prospects:
1 Bobby Witt Jr., SS
2 Asa Lacy, LHP
3 Daniel Lynch, LHP
4 Jackson Kowar, RHP
5 Erick Pena, OF
6 Nick Loftin, SS
7 Kyle Isbel, OF
8 Khali Lee, OF
9 Jonathan Bowlan, RHP
10 Carlos Hernedez, RHP
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KChiefs1 09:17 AM 03-03-2021

I’m shifting into a new role, covering the 2014-2015 Kansas City Royals for The Athletic. https://t.co/GH0lpnDtdc

— Andy McCullough (@ByMcCullough) March 2, 2021

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KChiefs1 09:20 AM 03-03-2021
The "new" Mel Stottlemyre.

NEW — Brad Keller might be the “most interesting pitcher in the world.”

At least, that’s how a foremost expert on a baseball’s aerodynamics feels.

Here’s the backstory:https://t.co/i0vNMCqhxM

— Alec Lewis (@alec_lewis) March 3, 2021

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KChiefs1 09:32 AM 03-03-2021

Introducing the 2021 class of eligible players for the #Royals Hall of Fame.

Cast your vote. ⬇️

— Kansas City Royals (@Royals) March 2, 2021

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BigCatDaddy 09:38 AM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by KChiefs1:
Butler
Beltran
Damon
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KChiefs1 09:40 AM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by BigCatDaddy:
Butler
Beltran
Damon
I voted Billy Butler even though Beltran & Damon were better players.
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KChiefs1 09:52 AM 03-03-2021
Keith Law's new rankings.

https://theathletic.com/2420975/2021...ith-laws-list/

2021 MLB draft prospect rankings: Vanderbilt’s Jack Leiter, Kumar Rocker top Keith Law’s list

Originally Posted by :
1. Jack Leiter, RHP, Vanderbilt

Leiter is an age-eligible sophomore, and while he may not be the Commodores’ most famous starter right now, he’s their best prospect, with the best combination of stuff, command, and delivery in the draft. Leiter can pitch at 95-96 mph and hit his spots even at that velocity, with a plus breaking ball and a delivery he repeats very well to keep that command long-term. His father (Al), uncle (Mark), and cousin (Mark Jr.) all pitched in the majors, and he has the track record — Jack was a first-round talent in 2019 out of high school — to give teams the extra comfort level they want when taking someone this high in the draft.

3. Kumar Rocker, RHP, Vanderbilt

The Commodores could very easily have two guys go in the top three picks in the draft, or even 1-2, with Leiter and Rocker. Rocker might be more famous, having thrown a no-hitter in the postseason two years ago and a fastball that’s been up to 99 mph, but he does suffer slightly in comparison to Leiter, with the inferior breaking ball and a grade less command. Rocker is 6-foot-5, 245, with plenty of athleticism (his father, Tracy Rocker, played two seasons in the NFL), but the fastball is really his main weapon, and he could use a plus secondary pitch and/or better movement on the fastball to go before his teammate.

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KChiefs1 09:57 AM 03-03-2021
https://theathletic.com/2411534/2021...ox-jim-bowden/

MLB offseason grades for all 30 teams: Padres and Blue Jays ace it, Red Sox sputter, White Sox primed
by
Jim Bowden

Originally Posted by :
Kansas City Royals
Grade: B


Trades: Acquired OF Andrew Benintendi from Red Sox, trading OF Khalil Lee to Mets and two PTBNL to Red Sox in a three-way deal
Free agents: LHP Mike Minor, 2 years/$18 million; 1B/DH Carlos Santana 2 years/$17.5 million; CF Michael A. Taylor, 1 year/$1.75 million; RHP Greg Holland, 1 year/$2.75 million

The Royals did an impressive job of improving their lineup, highlighted by the signing of free-agent first baseman Carlos Santana and the trade for outfielder Andrew Benintendi. Santana is a much-needed bat for the middle of the order, and his ability to work a count and draw walks will be a helpful influence as the young Royals hitters develop. But the Royals’ best move of the offseason was landing Benintendi, 26, who profiles as a 20 home run, 20 stolen base, above-average defensive left fielder when he’s fully developed. They added free agent Michael A. Taylor to play center field. He’s an above-average defender who has power and speed but also a high strikeout rate that’s not going away.

The Royals also did an excellent job of acquiring veteran pitchers Mike Minor, Greg Holland and Wade Davis on club-friendly contracts. All three should contribute. With a young, developing rotation and the additions they made this offseason, don’t be surprised if the Royals finish in third place in the AL Central, ahead of the Indians. To cap things off, earlier this week the Royals agreed to a four-year extension with third baseman Hunter Dozier.

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Archie Bunker 11:33 AM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by KChiefs1:
Ventura only.
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PHOG 11:45 AM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by Archie Bunker:
Ventura only.
Same here.
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tk13 12:32 PM 03-03-2021
Butler's top 10 in Royals history for hits, doubles, HRs, RBI, etc. He played on a World Series team. I think he's got a shot eventually.

Funny thing is he hasn't played baseball in 5 years and he's still younger than our current 1B. I think that seems to hurt his image a bit. But if you look solely at his overall numbers in Royals history he's up there.

Beltran has the name value. He's certainly one of the most talented players in team history and he put up big numbers over several years. He's still in the top 10 for WAR in Royals history. Where Damon really didn't click until his last couple years in KC, and he went on to win titles in his prime with other teams.
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CasselGotPeedOn 01:06 PM 03-03-2021
If Hiram doesn't make it, I'm out.
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wazu 01:23 PM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by Archie Bunker:
Ventura only.
Agreed, although I'd be okay with Butler. Hell no to Beltran/Damon.
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Titty Meat 01:25 PM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by KChiefs1:
Shouldn't Nebraska let go of the 1990's too?
Absolutely
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BWillie 01:39 PM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by sweendog48:
Suely Matias hit a ball today that was estimated at 500 feet. I want to see the video, but they said it destroyed a palm tree out beyond the bullpen, Matheny said its the farthest he has ever seen a ball hit, he thought it was over 500.
The next great Royals .175 hitter.
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BWillie 01:44 PM 03-03-2021
Originally Posted by tk13:
Well, well.

Hey might as well sign Billy Butler. He's only 34, younger than all of our Santanas. He's just been hanging out getting fat in Montana playing beer league softball. He was their MVP last year.
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