Royals linked to trade for polarizing Pirates' 6-foot-7 star with elite power
This would be a fascinating addition to the Royals' offense.
Royals linked to trade for polarizing Pirates' 6-foot-7 star with elite power originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Kansas City Royals are in an interesting spot as a franchise, with the team being capable of winning a postseason series or two right now, but also having some uncertain odds for a World Series title.
But if they can make the postseason, anything can happen, especially with Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez at the helm. The offense is in a good spot, but they ideally need another hitter, and ideally a power hitter, to round out the roster.
That's why Zachary D. Rymer of Bleacher Report linked the Royals to 6-foot-7 elite power hitter Oneil Cruz from the Pittsburgh Pirates in a possible trade this season. Cruz would be a fun pickup for the Royals, as he'd be a huge power upgrade for the KC lineup.
Royals linked to deal for Oneil Cruz "The Pirates listened to offers for Oneil Cruz last summer, when he was on his way to a second-straight 20-20 season. And now, he looks like a change-of-scenery candidate," Rymer writes. "Potential landing spots: Detroit Tigers , Cincinnati Reds , Kansas City Royals.