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benp28 · 02-08-2025, 03:13 PM

International Amateurs

We just completed our monthly private practice with many young international amateur free agents who we hope can aid our club in the coming years. It was great to meet the players in-person and get to know them better, and I was able to improve my scouting assessment on all invitees.

In fact some of the players impressed me, since they showcased a higher potential than I had previously expected from them:

Juan Belderas, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic
Lean and athletic, Juan Belderas hails from La Vega, Dominican Republic. He generates excellent raw power with his bat speed. He may not compete for batting titles, but still projects to hit for a .270 batting average. He is a very sure-handed and reliable shortstop. Belderas has the potential to be a cornerstone player as a shortstop.

Frank Jamarillo, 17 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic
Lean and athletic, Frank Jamarillo hails from Quisqueya, Dominican Republic. He projects to leg out many hits and hit for a high average. He has plus-plus speed with advanced instincts on the basepaths. He has shown he can play the shortstop position at the next level. Jamarillo can be a second division starter at shortstop.

However, a few invitees left me disappointed as they did not appear to match my previous assessment, although they may still end up being future stars:

Julio Solorzano, 17 year-old 2B out of Dominican Republic
Lean and athletic, Julio Solorzano hails from San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic. He is a plus contact potential. With good contact, he has the potential to be a middle-of-the-order force. He is a slightly above average runner. Solorzano has a considerable ceiling and can be a first division starter in the majors.

Luis Aguilera, 16 year-old 2B out of Dominican Republic
Lean and athletic, Luis Aguilera hails from Constanza, Dominican Republic. He has a significant projection for a high batting average. His raw strength and quick wrists should give him above average power. If Aguilera fulfills his potential, he could make multiple trips to the All-Star Game.

And other players that I was able to further assess were:
Alvaro Mohedano, 16 year-old CF out of Argentina
Eytor Avilez, 16 year-old 2B out of Venezuela
Ignacio Jarmillo, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic
Juan Maldonado, 16 year-old 2B out of Dominican Republic
Arturo Moreira, 16 year-old CF out of Venezuela
Nelson Aguirre, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic

Development Lab

Gilberto Matos has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working with staff to improve his defense at second base.

Edgar Mir has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working with staff to improve his defense at second base.

Estanislau Covete has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working with staff to improve his defense at third base.

• No noticeable changes.

Billy Mumaugh has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working hard with staff to improve his defense at right field.

Natalino Villa has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working hard with staff to improve his defense at center field.

• Outfield arm rating improves by 5
• Outfield range rating improves by <5
• Outfield error rating improves by <5

Jamie Edwards has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working hard with staff to improve his defense at center field.

• Outfield arm rating improves by <5
• Outfield range rating improves by 5
• Outfield error rating improves by 5

Rule 5 Draft Trades & 42-man Changes

With a huge number of Rule 5 eligible players in AAA a thorough review of the Royals programme took place in conjunction with the roster turnover reviewed as part of the end of season review.

The established major league talent coming to the end of their time with the Royals were Catcher Sam Hart, SP Bailey Pinsmail, and LF Mike Connolly. Hart had taken a dive with his bat and glove in 2041 and his three remaining guaranteed years were feeling too much of a risk for the Royals. Getting organisational depth and cash from the Twins felt like an acceptable return. Connelly had turned 30 and his arbitration number had started to not reflect his value to the Royals, especially with the prospects coming up. There was little of interest available in trade but Jeff Markulin seemed like a potential trade piece, especially with the Astros retaining 40% of the contract. Finally, and perhaps most surprisingly, young pitcher Pinsmail. He had been overtaken by other prospects and his repeated injuries had left him fragile with a questionable long contract. A pile of cash plus elite RP Moon-soo Im gave the chance to move on from Pinsmail while bolstering their bullpen for 2042 and beyond with Im on the final year on a minimum contract.

Occasional big leaguers moving on were Jorge Calvo and Chris Slate. Neither of them had established themselves in their time in Kansas City and had prospects behind them with more upside. They were packaged together for a younger OF in Kevin McDaniel from the White Sox.

In addition, a host of Rule 5 eligible players, or 42-man roster players without a route to the 27, moved on in trades with returns that make the minor leagues younger while bringing in some additional cash.

This opened up space for seven players being added to the 42-man roster, the biggest winner being C Zach Herr (2039 1st Round), whose route to the starting job has opened up and he is favourite to start 2042 as the Kansas City Royals everyday catcher.

Despite these changes, the Royals still lost three players in the draft, none of whom were likely to be more than organisational depth for the Royals, but all with high floors.

Trades

Tuesday, December 10th , 2041
Traded 31-year old C Sam Hart to the Minnesota Twins, getting 28-year old minor league LF Chris Mahoney and $10,000,000 in cash in return.
Traded 23-year old RHP Bailey Pinsmail to the Seattle Mariners, getting 24-year old RHP Moon-soo Im and $20,000,000 in cash in return.
Traded 30-year old LF Mike Connelly to the Houston Astros, getting 24-year old 3B Jeff Markulin (retaining 40%) in return.
Traded 24-year old 3B Jeff Markulin and 22-year old minor league RHP Pete Bradford to the Pittsburgh Pirates, getting 19-year old minor league LF Sergio Rulz and 21-year old minor league CF Jon Burns in return.
Wednesday, December 11th , 2041
Traded 26-year old 1B Jorge Calvo and 24-year old minor league RF Chris Slate to the Chicago White Sox, getting 23-year old minor league LF Kevin McDaniel in return.
Traded 26-year old minor league CF Ken Troutman to the San Antonio Avalanche, getting 24-year old minor league RHP Chris Richter in return.
Tuesday, December 17th , 2041
Traded 24-year old RHP Tug Adams, 33-year old minor league RF Kevin Roberts Jr., 21-year old minor league RHP Luis Rico, and $50,000,000 in cash to the Miami Marlins, getting 22-year old minor league LHP Mike Ramos and 20-year old minor league 2B Brad Thomas in return.

42-man Roster Additions

Tuesday, December 10th , 2041
Purchased the contract of C Zach Herr from Triple A Omaha.
CF Jon Burns in return.
Placed CL Juan Anaya on the secondary (42-man) roster.
Placed SS Jadon Tezeno on the secondary (42-man) roster.
Wednesday, December 11th , 2041
Placed 2B Luis Aceves on the secondary (42-man) roster.
Placed LF Andres Madrigal on the secondary (42-man) roster.
Placed 2B Juan Parra on the secondary (42-man) roster.
Placed C Luis Rosario on the secondary (42-man) roster.
Placed SP Darryel Sabatino on the secondary (42-man) roster.

Rule 5 Draft Transactions

Tuesday, December 24th , 2041
Lost 2B Ismael Leyva in the Rule 5 Draft to the Colorado Rockies.
Lost SP Ernesto Soriano in the Rule 5 Draft to the Detroit Tigers.
Lost LF David Trujillo in the Rule 5 Draft to the Cleveland Guardians.

02-08-2025, 03:13 PM	#340
benp28 All Star Reserve Join Date: Apr 2024 Posts: 574	December 2041 - Offseason International Amateurs We just completed our monthly private practice with many young international amateur free agents who we hope can aid our club in the coming years. It was great to meet the players in-person and get to know them better, and I was able to improve my scouting assessment on all invitees. In fact some of the players impressed me, since they showcased a higher potential than I had previously expected from them: Juan Belderas, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic Lean and athletic, Juan Belderas hails from La Vega, Dominican Republic. He generates excellent raw power with his bat speed. He may not compete for batting titles, but still projects to hit for a .270 batting average. He is a very sure-handed and reliable shortstop. Belderas has the potential to be a cornerstone player as a shortstop. Frank Jamarillo, 17 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic Lean and athletic, Frank Jamarillo hails from Quisqueya, Dominican Republic. He projects to leg out many hits and hit for a high average. He has plus-plus speed with advanced instincts on the basepaths. He has shown he can play the shortstop position at the next level. Jamarillo can be a second division starter at shortstop. However, a few invitees left me disappointed as they did not appear to match my previous assessment, although they may still end up being future stars: Julio Solorzano, 17 year-old 2B out of Dominican Republic Lean and athletic, Julio Solorzano hails from San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic. He is a plus contact potential. With good contact, he has the potential to be a middle-of-the-order force. He is a slightly above average runner. Solorzano has a considerable ceiling and can be a first division starter in the majors. Luis Aguilera, 16 year-old 2B out of Dominican Republic Lean and athletic, Luis Aguilera hails from Constanza, Dominican Republic. He has a significant projection for a high batting average. His raw strength and quick wrists should give him above average power. If Aguilera fulfills his potential, he could make multiple trips to the All-Star Game. And other players that I was able to further assess were: Alvaro Mohedano, 16 year-old CF out of Argentina Eytor Avilez, 16 year-old 2B out of Venezuela Ignacio Jarmillo, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic Juan Maldonado, 16 year-old 2B out of Dominican Republic Arturo Moreira, 16 year-old CF out of Venezuela Nelson Aguirre, 16 year-old SS out of Dominican Republic Development Lab Gilberto Matos has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working with staff to improve his defense at second base. Edgar Mir has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working with staff to improve his defense at second base. Estanislau Covete has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working with staff to improve his defense at third base. • No noticeable changes. Billy Mumaugh has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working hard with staff to improve his defense at right field. Natalino Villa has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working hard with staff to improve his defense at center field. • Outfield arm rating improves by 5 • Outfield range rating improves by <5 • Outfield error rating improves by <5 Jamie Edwards has completed his training in the development complex, and as you are aware, he has been working hard with staff to improve his defense at center field. • Outfield arm rating improves by <5 • Outfield range rating improves by 5 • Outfield error rating improves by 5 Rule 5 Draft Trades & 42-man Changes With a huge number of Rule 5 eligible players in AAA a thorough review of the Royals programme took place in conjunction with the roster turnover reviewed as part of the end of season review. The established major league talent coming to the end of their time with the Royals were Catcher Sam Hart, SP Bailey Pinsmail, and LF Mike Connolly. Hart had taken a dive with his bat and glove in 2041 and his three remaining guaranteed years were feeling too much of a risk for the Royals. Getting organisational depth and cash from the Twins felt like an acceptable return. Connelly had turned 30 and his arbitration number had started to not reflect his value to the Royals, especially with the prospects coming up. There was little of interest available in trade but Jeff Markulin seemed like a potential trade piece, especially with the Astros retaining 40% of the contract. Finally, and perhaps most surprisingly, young pitcher Pinsmail. He had been overtaken by other prospects and his repeated injuries had left him fragile with a questionable long contract. A pile of cash plus elite RP Moon-soo Im gave the chance to move on from Pinsmail while bolstering their bullpen for 2042 and beyond with Im on the final year on a minimum contract. Occasional big leaguers moving on were Jorge Calvo and Chris Slate. Neither of them had established themselves in their time in Kansas City and had prospects behind them with more upside. They were packaged together for a younger OF in Kevin McDaniel from the White Sox. In addition, a host of Rule 5 eligible players, or 42-man roster players without a route to the 27, moved on in trades with returns that make the minor leagues younger while bringing in some additional cash. This opened up space for seven players being added to the 42-man roster, the biggest winner being C Zach Herr (2039 1st Round), whose route to the starting job has opened up and he is favourite to start 2042 as the Kansas City Royals everyday catcher. Despite these changes, the Royals still lost three players in the draft, none of whom were likely to be more than organisational depth for the Royals, but all with high floors. Trades Tuesday, December 10th , 2041 Traded 31-year old C Sam Hart to the Minnesota Twins, getting 28-year old minor league LF Chris Mahoney and $10,000,000 in cash in return. Traded 23-year old RHP Bailey Pinsmail to the Seattle Mariners, getting 24-year old RHP Moon-soo Im and $20,000,000 in cash in return. Traded 30-year old LF Mike Connelly to the Houston Astros, getting 24-year old 3B Jeff Markulin (retaining 40%) in return. Traded 24-year old 3B Jeff Markulin and 22-year old minor league RHP Pete Bradford to the Pittsburgh Pirates, getting 19-year old minor league LF Sergio Rulz and 21-year old minor league CF Jon Burns in return. Wednesday, December 11th , 2041 Traded 26-year old 1B Jorge Calvo and 24-year old minor league RF Chris Slate to the Chicago White Sox, getting 23-year old minor league LF Kevin McDaniel in return. Traded 26-year old minor league CF Ken Troutman to the San Antonio Avalanche, getting 24-year old minor league RHP Chris Richter in return. Tuesday, December 17th , 2041 Traded 24-year old RHP Tug Adams, 33-year old minor league RF Kevin Roberts Jr., 21-year old minor league RHP Luis Rico, and $50,000,000 in cash to the Miami Marlins, getting 22-year old minor league LHP Mike Ramos and 20-year old minor league 2B Brad Thomas in return. 42-man Roster Additions Tuesday, December 10th , 2041 Purchased the contract of C Zach Herr from Triple A Omaha. CF Jon Burns in return. Placed CL Juan Anaya on the secondary (42-man) roster. Placed SS Jadon Tezeno on the secondary (42-man) roster. Wednesday, December 11th , 2041 Placed 2B Luis Aceves on the secondary (42-man) roster. Placed LF Andres Madrigal on the secondary (42-man) roster. Placed 2B Juan Parra on the secondary (42-man) roster. Placed C Luis Rosario on the secondary (42-man) roster. Placed SP Darryel Sabatino on the secondary (42-man) roster. Rule 5 Draft Transactions Tuesday, December 24th , 2041 Lost 2B Ismael Leyva in the Rule 5 Draft to the Colorado Rockies. Lost SP Ernesto Soriano in the Rule 5 Draft to the Detroit Tigers. Lost LF David Trujillo in the Rule 5 Draft to the Cleveland Guardians.