2023 – A new beginning for the Royals. Matt Quatraro era begins. A year to see which of our young players will make up the core going forward. Can Bobby Witt Jr become a superstar SS or will go to the hot corner? Will Brady Singer take the next step forward? Will Salvy be Salvy? Will Big Vin or Pratto take first base? Will they find a position for MJ? Who else emerges from the youth movement? Not to mention the development of the new downtown stadium.
Free Agents/Trades Acquisitions
Jordan Lyles, RHP
Ryan Yarbrough, LHP
Josh Taylor, LHP
Aroldis Chapman, LHP
Top 10 Prospects from Baseball America
1. Gavin Cross, OF
2. Cayden Wallace, 3B
3. Drew Waters, OF
4. Ben Kudrna, RHP
5. Frank Mozzicato, LHP
6. Maikel Garcia, SS
7. Tyler Gentry, OF
8. Nick Loftin, OF/3B
9. Angel Zerpa, LHP
10. Carter Jensen, C [Reply]
Originally Posted by dlphg9:
I mean I don't mind this kid. I like that he's a power pitcher and reports are that he sits at 94-96 and can throw it as high as 98-99. It's not absurd to think that he can throw even harder as his body fills out. I like this a lot more than drafting soft throwing pussies.
Stuff isn't the issue, it's Royals development with a volatile position. [Reply]
Originally Posted by dlphg9:
I mean I don't mind this kid. I like that he's a power pitcher and reports are that he sits at 94-96 and can throw it as high as 98-99. It's not absurd to think that he can throw even harder as his body fills out. I like this a lot more than drafting soft throwing pussies.
I like the strategy of taking high projection HS pitchers after the first round.
His slider has 2,700 rpm spin and he has shown he can sweep it. [Reply]
#MLBDraft 2.66: Royals select Carson Roccaforte, OF, ULL Slashed .318/.426/.538 this year with 8 Hr and 26 doubles after a 16 HR season in 2022. #WelcomeToTheCity
LHH outfielder with very good defensive tools in center field, plus runner, unlockable power with more loft, some S/M there, chance for everyday regular in CF. #PGDraft#WelcomeToTheCity
I mean, the Royals have been so godawful at drafting that their picks are going to be met with a healthy amount of skepticism, particularly because it feels like Dayton Moore Jr. is calling the shots.
I hope it works out, but when's the last big hitter or stud pitcher this franchise has produced? BWJ? [Reply]
Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief:
I mean, the Royals have been so godawful at drafting that their picks are going to be met with a healthy amount of skepticism, particularly because it feels like Dayton Moore Jr. is calling the shots.
I hope it works out, but when's the last big hitter or stud pitcher this franchise has produced? BWJ?
Salvador is the last stud produced. Honestly this franchise has produced 2 studs since 2005. Salvy and Alex Gordon. This system has produced a few good/above average players in Moose and Hosmer and Ventura was good and Danny Duffy was good for a little bit. [Reply]
Scouting Director Danny Ontiveros on #Royals Draft Pick Blake Mitchell: "I understand the stigma on high school catchers but I haven't seen a Catcher like this. before." -- mentioned Bryce Harper as a player he reminded him of. "For me it was tough to pass up."
Scouting Director Danny Ontiveros on #Royals Draft Pick Blake Mitchell: "I understand the stigma on high school catchers but I haven't seen a Catcher like this. before." -- mentioned Bryce Harper as a player he reminded him of. "For me it was tough to pass up."
How is BWJ not viewed as a draft success/stud by all the gurus on here? He’s on pace for 25 HRs, 50 SB, and 85 RBI in his second full MLB season. His defense has also improved this year. He’s only 23 years old. [Reply]
