2 MLB Trade Rumors free agent predictions the Royals need to follow, 2 they need to avoid

Kings Of Kauffman evaluates MLB Trade Rumors' free agent predictions for the Kansas City Royals, arguing the club should target Ian Happ and Steven Okert while avoiding Luis Robert Jr. and Clay Holmes. Following a 93-loss campaign, writer Caleb Moody asserts Kansas City needs reliable upgrades in the outfield and pitching staff to contend around star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.

Moody supports pursuing free agent outfielder Happ on a projected three-year, $45 million deal and reliever Okert for two years, $14 million. Conversely, Moody urges the front office to pass on Robert due to persistent injury risks, and argues against spending a projected $45 million on Holmes because his contact-oriented pitching profile overlaps heavily with existing rotation options.