Royals Rumblings - News for November 22, 2024

We still love ya Bobby!

David Lesky has a top 25 Royals prospects list with Jac Caglianone at the top.

The question becomes where he plays and if he pitches. My gut is he doesn’t pitch at the big league level and probably not for long in the minors, but he certainly wants to do it. Is he a reliever who gives a little roster flexibility? Maybe! But if he’s not, can he transition to right field to take advantage of his arm? I would think that would be a great move if he’s able to do it, and I’ve heard mixed reports on that. I don’t see why he can’t, but I also don’t know why MJ Melendez struggles defensively given his athleticism, so you just never know. All that said, there is not a better bet in this system for stardom. There’s a world that he’s helping the big league club as soon as the end of 2025 even.

Kevin O’Brien at Royals Reporter reacts to the 40-man roster moves this week, like adding Noah Cameron.

I don’t think Cameron will make the rotation out of Spring Training, but he will certainly have a shot to do so, especially if the Royals don’t make any more significant starting pitcher moves this offseason. If he can adjust to Sweeney and Bove’s tutelage and perhaps diversify his pitch mix slightly more, he could be a surprisingly effective end-of-the-rotation starter for the Royals long term.

Cameron’s development from a season ago and his addition to the 40-man roster may also explain why the Royals are shopping starter Brady Singer on the trade market, despite Singer being an effective No. 4 starter for the Royals in 2024.

Rachael Millanta at Kings of Kauffman writes about the largest contracts in Royals history.

MLB Trade Rumors looks at potential non-tender candidates for today’s deadline with Carlos Hernandez and Hunter Harvey listed.

Former Royals utility player Nate Eaton signs a minor league deal with Boston.

The Cubs are looking to trade outfielder Cody Bellinger.

The deal for a new stadium for the Rays looks dead.

Who is the best fit for free agent Max Fried?

The Red Sox and Dodgers meet with Blake Snell.

Roki Sasaki is expected to be part of the 2025 international signing class.

The Mariners are interested in free agent Carlos Santana.

Red Sox CEO Sam Kennedy says the team is willing to pay the luxury tax in 2025.

Rob Manfred discusses the Rays’ stadium situation and expansion timelines.

MLB scraps plans to play in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Mexico City next season.

Burglaries of the homes of Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce may be linked to a South American crime syndicate.

The 2025 NBA All-Star Game will have a four-team tournament-style pick-up game format.

It is not difficult to obtain location tracking data of U.S. soldiers and spies overseas.

Simpsons voice actor Pamela Hayden retires.

The McRib is back. And you can now buy half-gallon jugs of McRib sauce!

Your song of the day is The Cure with Friday I’m in Love.