With the Kansas City Royals still trying to figure out whether they'll be buyers, sellers, or stand pat, one thing is becoming clearer. J.J. Picollo and the rest of the front office are reportedly quite hesitant to deal starting pitcher Seth Lugo, who happens to be their best trade chip, just a week ahead of the July 31 deadline.
Rumors have come fast and furiously over the last week, especially that Lugo could be pitching for someone else come August 1. However, a new report by Royals beat writer Anne Rogers claims that even if Kansas City turns into sellers, they might hang onto the star pitcher.