KC Royals former top prospect Bubba Starling took a major step back in 2016, producing his worst season in professional baseball. But, the Kansas City front office still has hopes for Starling.
Kansas City Royals outfielder Bubba Starling faces a career crossroads this spring at age 24. If he can solve his problems at the plate, he could spend a decade as a major league starter. If not, he’s looking at a career as a fringe bench player valued for his defense. Let’s take a quick look at how a much-hyped prospect got in this situation.