I think Shields was one of the best pitchers linked to the Royals outside of Sanchez. Since it was obvious that Sanchez was priced out of the Royals plans it looked like they were going to do everything they could to get a deal done with Shields.
There is no doubt that the package that the Royals gave up was huge in the cost of prospects.
I don't believe for a second that Shields will be resigned past these two years. I like Shields it just seems like a steep price.
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