MLB Draft: Outfielder checks the KC Royals’ boxes

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With the major league amateur draft coming soon, the big question is who the KC Royals will take with their first selection. Having the seventh overall pick, Kansas City may not get its shot at the very best prospects, such as Marcelo Meyer, Jordan Lawlar, or Jack Leiter, but plenty of talent will be available to the Royals.

What KC could strive for in the draft is to build up a position that’s been lacking in recent years. Because the team focused on pitching in recent drafts, selecting Asa Lacy last year, and Brady Singer, Kris Bubic, Jackson Kowar, and Daniel Lynch in 2018, Kansas City may shift gears and go for an outfielder this time…