The Kansas City Royals could be trading for a former World Series MVP this offseason, according to a new report.
The Royals are coming off a wildly successful season in comparison to expectations.
Kansas City has a bona fide generational superstar in Bobby Witt Jr. to build around, and the Royals shouldn’t be hesitant to add talent this winter as they look to consolidate their win-now status over the next few years.
One surprising move for the Royals would be to trade for Atlanta Braves veteran outfielder and designated hitter Jorge Soler.
Bleacher Report’s Zachary D. Rymer envisioned such a trade happening in a new piece released Friday.
“Atlanta has already decided to pick up Marcell Ozuna’s $ 16 million option for 2025, which is both the right call and an entryway to a tricky situation,” Rymer said.
“Ozuna and Jorge Soler, who will also earn $ 16 million next season, can’t both be the club’s DH. The latter can technically play right field, but his defensive metrics present a strong argument for why he never should.”
“Soler, 32, had a hit-or-miss sort of year, but he ended strong with an .849 OPS after coming from the San Francisco Giants in July. When coupled with the 36 homers he blasted in 2023, he should be marketable as a potent power bat.”
“Potential fits: Kansas City Royals, Detroit Tigers, Boston Red Sox.”
Could the Royals decide that Soler is the missing bat they need in their lineup to take the next step toward an American League crown and World Series berth?
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