The Kansas City Royals have quite an offseason ahead of themselves.
After winning the World Series in 2015, the Royals went 161-163, missing the playoffs both last year as well as this year. They must decide whether or not to rebuild, and if so, just how thoroughly. Eric Hosmer, Mike Moustakas, Lorenzo Cain, Jason Vargas, Alcides Escobar, and Mike Minor—a full 24% of their opening day lineup—will all become free agents simultaneously once the season ends, and the Royals must make important decision on each of them.
In addition, the Atlanta Braves general manager position is open, and they are very conspicuously lusting after Royals General Manager Dayton Moore.