Royals | Gordon Headed To AFL Roster
Wed, 12 Oct 2005 00:39:48 -0700

The Kansas City Star reports the Kansas City Royals appear likely to designate first-round pick Alex Gordon to replace injured 1B Justin Huber (Achilles) as a member of the Surprise Scorpions in the Arizona Fall League. The Royals pulled Huber off the Scorpions' roster after a routine season-ending exam revealed a sprained Achilles' tendon.
Royals | Affeldt Could Return to Rotation
Sun, 9 Oct 2005 17:46:52 -0700

The Kansas City Star's Bob Dutton reports Kansas City Royals RP Jeremy Affeldt will likely remain in the bullpen in 2006 but could be moved into the rotation if the team is unable to bolster its rotation through trades and/or free-agent acquisitions. "Right now, he's a reliever," said Royals manager Buddy Bell, "but we've talked about making him a starter again."
Royals | Long Willing to Return for Less Pay
Sun, 9 Oct 2005 17:39:32 -0700

Updating previous items, The Kansas City Star's Bob Dutton reports the Kansas City Royals might be interested in re-signing free agent OF Terrence Long. Long has indicated he would be willing to return to the club at a lower salary.
Royals | More on Peralta
Sun, 9 Oct 2005 17:32:34 -0700

Updating a previous item, The Kansas City Star's Bob Dutton reports newly acquired Kansas City Royals RP Joel Peralta (Angels) is a 29-year-old reliever that has gone 22-10 with 90 saves and a 3.37 ERA in 250 minor-league appearances over his career. "He's a guy who shows us a swing-and-miss ability with his split-finger fastball," said Royals general manager Allard Baird. "His breaking ball is average, but his fastball is average to above-average. He has all of his options remaining, so it's a move that gives us some depth."
Royals | Team has First Pick in Rule 5 Draft
Sun, 9 Oct 2005 17:25:28 -0700

The Kansas City Star's Bob Dutton reports the Kansas City Royals will have the first pick in the December Rule 5 draft.
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Congrats on getting the first pick in the Rule V draft. You can get some decent players in that draft.