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Just days after the WS championship parade back in Kansas City, a new day of baseball is upon us.
The reserve clause era is over and free agency has begun. The Royals have 7 eligible players and have extended offers to 4 of them.
Amos Otis, Mike Torrez, Joe Niekro and Dick Drago
however, Pat Kelly believes he is worth superstar money, management does not agree
Carl Morton a late season stud in the rotation and factor in the ALCS indicated that he would prefer to test the open market
Gene Alley who was a big pickup in the middle infield will be allowed to move on, if for no other reason than the fact that he is 35 yrs old and the Royals believe they can improve upon him via free agency.
I will keep you posted as to any major moves and also give some updates as to teams budget room in advance of their moves.
The Reds have fired Joe Schultz, despite having been NL manager of the year the last two seasons
The Angels fell short once again and it caught Ted Williams his job.
The Phillies have let go of Earl Weaver as well
The Mets, who traded Bud Harrelson to the Angels for Bruce Bochte, reacquire him in exchange for John Milner
On the North side of Chicago, the Cubs welcome Gary Mathews to the club.
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