Bob Dutton is reporting that the Royals are turning their first round interests in the draft today toward these four players:
- Josh Vitters, who I discussed here.
- Jerrod Parker, who I discussed here.
- Matt Moustakas, a 6-0, 185 pound high school shortstop who would probably switch to a corner infield position. The report on him is that he has "quick hands that generate impressive power."
- Devin Mesoraco, a 6-1, 195 pound high school catcher who is a pull hitter with power. He's reported to have a "plus" arm that is also considered to be accurate. He's said to have "plus" hands behind the plate, as well as being "outstanding" at blocking balls in the dirt. He had Tommy John surgery and missed most of the 2006 season, but is said to be completely healthy at this point.
If Tampa Bay passes on David Price (Vanderbilt) with the first overall pick though, expect the Royals to nab him instead.
The Royals were originally considering Rick Porcello, who is considered to be the best high school pitcher available in the draft and the second best pitcher behind Price, but they've decided to steer clear of him since he's represented by Scott Boras and Boras is believed to be looking for a deal in the $8 million range. The Luke Hochevar situation last summer apparently ended the Royals interest in dealing with Boras any more.
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