David Lesky has a Royals trade primer that includes the possibility they trade Michael Wacha.
The Royals have said that they will listen, but the offer would have to be astronomical. First of all, that’s probably the correct mindset to have this far from the deadline, at least on what they’d accept. But I hate the idea that they aren’t doing some of the shopping as well. I mentioned above that this would be a good time to jump the market. It’s risky, but if they wait, teams could get more desperate too. But either way, they should at least be actively reaching out and telling teams what they want for Wacha.
I’m fine if they don’t trade him because a deal just didn’t materialize. All the reasons he’s attractive in a trade are reasons the Royals would want to keep him. His salary goes down to $14 million next year, and then he has an affordable $14 million team option in 2028. Now, he’s 35 years old and age doesn’t typically help a pitcher once they get to the mid-30s. But he’s having another pretty solid season, though he’s struggled lately. He’s steady and gives you innings. Teams would be lining up to get Wacha.
Anne Rogers has some injury updates and reports that Stephen Kolek won’t be activated for today’s game.
Jim Bowden of The Athletic previews the trade market for sellers like the Royals.
Potential trade chips: Veteran starters, relievers, Lane Thomas
The Royals have been one of the most disappointing teams in baseball this year, and they really have no choice but to sell. The most likely Royals to be traded are All-Star right-hander Michael Wacha and veteran right-hander Seth Lugo….
ADVERTISEMENTThis is an important trade deadline for Kansas City, and they need to take advantage of the sellers’ market.
Royals prospect Angeibel Gomez is a Dominican Summer League All-Star highlighted by Baseball America.
Gomez signed with Kansas City this past January and immediately translated his strong amateur track record to pro ball. He’s been one of the league’s most electric players in the first half of the season and has a good chance to rank No. 1 in the league after the year concludes. His plus-plus speed and plus arm strength give him a strong chance to stick in center field, and he’s been one of the league’s standouts in the batter’s box as well. Gomez has already posted exit velocities better than 110 mph, and he rarely misses or chases. Through 27 games, the 17-year-old is hitting .330/.459/.602 with nine doubles, five home runs and 10 stolen bases. He’s also racked up more walks (18) than strikeouts (13).
MLB Pipeline adds Royals prospect David Shields to its top 100 prospect list.
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