The Kansas City Royals are looking to add a starting pitcher who can instantly move to the front of the rotation, possibly someone who could be a true ace. To do so, though, they would likely have to give up a young prospect. The question is whether it is worth it to do so, and whether the Royals can afford a front of the line starting pitcher.
Bob Dutton of the Kansas City Star thinks the team could dangle outfield prospect Will Meyers as trade bait for a starting pitcher. He says the team is looking for a pitcher who can take over at the front of the rotation - someone like James Shields or Jon Lester. However, the Royals would have to find a way to get their desired pitcher without blowing too much on payroll.
Should the Royals target another pitcher, it would make for an interesting rotation. They acquired Ervin Santana in a trade, but as I wrote here, I'm not sure he is 100% healthy. Kansas City can't afford more injuries to their pitchers, so they wou...
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November 26, 2012
