2023 Kansas City Royals Top 15 prospects

Organization Grades

Hitting: C ... Pitching: C ... Top-end Talent: C ... Depth: C+ ... Overall: C

 



Minor League Affiliates

Triple-A: Omaha (AAA East)
Double-A: Northwest Arkansas (AA Central)
High-A: Quad Cities (A+ Central)
Low-A: Columbia (A East)
Rookie: DSL Royals (Dominican Summer League)
Rookie: ACL Royals (Arizona Complex League)

 



1. Gavin Cross (OF) ... 6-0, 210 ... L/L ... 22 ... 2022 (1) Virginia Tech

Comments: Athletic, power hitting OF prospect made pro debut after '22 1st round selection. Upright, stiff open stance with minimal load; gets into swing seamlessly. Solid hit tool foundation should limit BA crash due to power sell out. Plus raw power plays due to steep launch angle and strength in frame. Above-average runner with 10-15 SB...

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