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Marks Almost Ready For Kansas City
At his current rate, lefthander Justin Marks could be in the big leagues by 2014, but he'll likely only be a step away in Triple-A in 2013.
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Royals’ Keck Realizes His Future
Jon Keck was known for his lefthanded power in college, but the Royals liked his arm strength so he's now a power lefthander.
Injuries Limit Royals’ Gallagher
Royals catcher Cameron Gallagher was limited to DH duties in instructional league after injuries hindered his 2012 season.
Utility Work Ahead For Merrifield
A legend on South Carolina's campus for his College World Series heroics, Whit Merrifield is playing multiple positions in the Royals farm system.
Royals’ Colon Looks Ahead After Bad Break
Royals prospect Christian Colon's season came to an end after fouling a ball off of his face in August with Triple-A Omaha. He will spend the offseason in the Puerto Rican League.
Jake Odorizzi Jumps To Top Of Royals’ Pitching List
Jake Odorizzi, like Wil Myers, began the season with the Naturals, going 4-2, 3.32 in seven starts. He and Myers were promoted the same day to the Storm Chasers. The 22-year-old Odorizzi, who came to Kansas City from the Brewers as part of the Zack Greinke deal, performed well in the Pacific Coast League, going 11-3, 2.93 in 107 innings, and won his first PCL playoff start.
Rivera A Potential Bargain Pick
Alexis Rivera was a 10th-round pick, but he got off to a hot start in his professional debut.
Royals Find Local Gem In Ford
From Missouri, Fred Ford was invited to a pre-draft workout for the Royals and put on a show during batting practice.
Montgomery Takes A Step Back
The much-heralded Mike Montgomery was demoted to Double-A after struggling for most of the 2012 season.
Goudeau Hopes To Add To Legacy
Ashton Goudeau certainly doesn't expect to have a career like Albert Pujols, but the righthander still would like to add to the legacy of Maple Woods (Mo.) CC draft picks.
Royals’ Myers Rebounds In Big Way
After a trying 2011 season, Wil Myers came out swinging in 2012 and has made it to Triple-A.
Odorizzi Moves On To The Next Challenge
Righthander Jake Odorizzi was promoted to Triple-A Omaha and selected to the Futures Game in the span of a month.
Falu’s Perseverance Pays Off
Irving Falu played in 949 minor league games before making his major league debut in May.
No Vacancy In Kane County
With Orlando Calixte holding down shortstop with low Class A Kane County, Jack Lopez reported to extended spring training.
Royals’ Robinson Keeps Hitting
Clint Robinson has always hit, but Eric Hosmer and Billy Butler block his path to the big leagues.
Royals See Plenty Of Ceiling With Zimmer
Scouting director Lonnie Goldberg said the Royals got not only a polished pitcher, but a fresh arm with an elevated ceiling when they selected righthander Kyle Zimmer with the fifth overall pick.
Starling Gets A Surprise Assignment
The Royals kept Bubba Starling in extended spring training to get him some more at-bats before he jumps into regular season games.
Montgomery Taking Command
After struggling in 2011, Montgomery looks to command his pitches more in 2012.
Fletcher Finds Footing With Royals
Brian Fletcher found plenty of success in his full-season debut.
Myers Tries To Bounce Back After Subpar Season
After rocketing through his first two minor league seasons, Wil Myers had a new challenge to overcome in 2011: failure.
