KC Royals News: Mike Moustakas And The Window Of Opportunity

Oct 31, 2015; New York City, NY, USA; Kansas City Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas throws to first base against the New York Mets in the second inning in game four of the World Series at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports /

KC Royals News focuses on topics like Mike Moustakas and arbitration, the projected window of opportunity, and lineup questions.

Mike Moustakas and the Royals are still far apart in their talks to avoid arbitration. Moustakas had a breakout year in 2015 and his agent, Scott Boras, is looking to take full advantage of that for his client.

Moustakas appears to be seeking over seven million dollars for the 2016 season, and the Royals may be wise to look at a two-year contract as they did with Lorenzo Cain. If Moustakas continues his growth, it could well be worth the guaranteed money now as opposed to another arbitration hearing a year from now.

The window of opportunity for the Royals to remain contenders would appear to be at least the next two seasons. As long as their core group of proven winners stick around, no one should overlook the Royals. (Although it seems projection systems don’t like them again this season)

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Moustakas started out well for the Royals in the second spot last season and Alex Gordon has experience there as well. Gordon’s ability to draw walks may play well behind Alcides Escobar although he does strike out a fair deal more than you’d like out of that spot.

If Christian Colon earns a starting role at second, he too could be a good second batter. He is a patient hitter who can draw walks, handles the bat well enough to move a runner over, and doesn’t strike out at a high rate.

See what the rest of Fansided.com has to say about the KC Royals:

KC Royals Window OF Opportunity Still Not Defined [David Hill: Kings of Kauffman]

Royals And Moose Far Apart On Arbitration Numbers [John Viril: Kings of Kauffman]

"The way arbitration works is both sides make a proposal, and a panel of three arbitrators select which deal makes the most sense. While that sounds simple, Kansas City Royals general manager Dayton Moore has avoided this process ever since taking the job 10 years ago. Justifying an arbitration deal forces the team to highlight a player’s shortcomings, which can result in long-term acrimony or cause him to lose confidence in his abilities.An arbitration hearing can only hurt a young player’s development"

Kansas City Royals: Mike Moustakas Talks World Series, Royals Baseball [Josh Sippie: Call To The Pen]

KC Royals: Mike Moustakas Proved Himself In 2015 [Leigh Oleszczak: KC Kingdom]

Here’s what the rest of the web is talking about:

No. 2 Spot One Of Lone Uncertainties In Royals’ Lineup [Jeffrey Flanagan: MLB.com]

Royals Announce 2016 Game Times [Max Rieper: Royals Review]

With just under a month until pitchers and catchers report, the Royals are starting to take shape. They still have a few balls in the air with lineup questions and trying to avoid arbitration with Mike Moustakas, but appear ready for the most part in getting ready to try their hand at a repeat.

Next: Can The Royals Retain The Division Crown?

So what do you think Royals’ fans? Who will bat second in the lineup? Will the Royals avoid arbitration with Moustakas? Do you think Dayton Moore will stay beyond the 2016 season? Let’s discuss in the comments section below.

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