While the outfield and second base positions are stealing the majority of the offseason spotlight for the Royals, there are other needs they can't neglect.
Another free agent outfielder is off the board after the Rays signed Cedric Mullins. That being said, he didn't seem to be a fit for the Royals anyways.
ESPN surprisingly listed the Royals as a trade fit for Nationals' All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams. However, there doesn't seem to be much of a fit here at all.
The Rule 5 Draft offers hidden gems every year, and these eight prospects could tempt the Royals to make another savvy low-risk addition this offseason.
The Kansas City Royals are looking for outfielders who can bolster their offense. The Cardinals may have a candidate, but it might not be who you'd expect.
Along with outfield help, the Royals could do with some fresh options at second base, and Padres might just have the perfect veteran name for KC to target.
The Royals need help in the corner outfield, but they shouldn't dismiss the idea of bolstering center field too. Perhaps one free agent could tackle both needs.
After a year of bouncing around organizations, former Top 10 Royals prospect, Nicky Lopez has landed on a new team, signing a minors deal with the Rockies.
The Royals currently have more starters than rotation spots. With the Winter Meetings fast approaching, could they use their surplus to upgrade their outfield?
The Royals need outfield help and with the Astros reportedly considering trading Jake Meyers for controllable starting pitching, perhaps KC could be a fit.