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Originally Posted by Reaper16
In short, he doesn't think we have the talent in the major league roster or in the minors for a successful rebuilding. Now, I chalked some of this up to what has to be almost complete unfamiliarity with our farm system. He said Gordona and Butler, yeah, but he didn't mention even guys like Burgos and I don't recall him mentioning Huber (who he drafted, iirc).
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He also said that the Royals whacked over half their scouts as the came out of the Mr. K's trust.
But the farm system isn't as big a deal as spending cash wisely. Yea, lock up the guys you produce, then buy value.
The guy was smart as hell. I enjoyed that interview.