- Fri Jan 24, 2025 10:05 am
#4651
The Kansas City Royals find themselves at a crossroads with Seth Lugo, and the question on everyone's mind is whether they should shop him around the league. With the current market for starting pitching heating up, could trading Lugo be the key to strengthening the Royals' outfield, which has been a glaring weakness?
Lugo has proven himself as a reliable starter, potentially a number two or three in most rotations. However, with his contract situation looming—he's likely to opt out after 2025 if he stays healthy—should the Royals capitalize on his value now? The recent trades of pitchers like Dylan Cease and Corbin Burnes have set a precedent for what teams are willing to give up for quality arms, and it raises the stakes for what the Royals could potentially receive in return.
Imagine if the Royals could land a young, promising outfielder like Kevin Alcantara or even tap into the depth of the Orioles' outfield prospects. Would that be enough to justify parting ways with Lugo? Or should the Royals hold onto him in hopes of a playoff push, given their surprisingly strong starting rotation?
Let’s dive into the debate:
What do you think? Should the Royals trade Seth Lugo to bolster their outfield? What kind of return would be acceptable? Are there specific players or teams you think would be ideal trade partners? And if they do trade him, how do you see the Royals' rotation shaping up without him?
Share your thoughts, bold predictions, and any trade scenarios you envision!
Lugo has proven himself as a reliable starter, potentially a number two or three in most rotations. However, with his contract situation looming—he's likely to opt out after 2025 if he stays healthy—should the Royals capitalize on his value now? The recent trades of pitchers like Dylan Cease and Corbin Burnes have set a precedent for what teams are willing to give up for quality arms, and it raises the stakes for what the Royals could potentially receive in return.
Imagine if the Royals could land a young, promising outfielder like Kevin Alcantara or even tap into the depth of the Orioles' outfield prospects. Would that be enough to justify parting ways with Lugo? Or should the Royals hold onto him in hopes of a playoff push, given their surprisingly strong starting rotation?
Let’s dive into the debate:
What do you think? Should the Royals trade Seth Lugo to bolster their outfield? What kind of return would be acceptable? Are there specific players or teams you think would be ideal trade partners? And if they do trade him, how do you see the Royals' rotation shaping up without him?
Share your thoughts, bold predictions, and any trade scenarios you envision!
- By Anonymous