There is a proud tradition in Kansas City of fielding outfielders who are absolute ball hawks, running down anything in the air in spacious Kauffman Stadium. But Lorenzo Cain is long gone, and next season will be the first time in a decade that Alex Gordon won’t be patrolling left field.
That will leave some holes in the outfield, especially if Hunter Dozier’s move to first base is permanent. Whit Merrifield seems likely to be in centerfield, although a move to second base or even a trade out of Kansas City isn’t totally out of the question. Edward Olivares and Franchy Cordero both show potential, but may not be expected to be every day players quite yet.