As 2020 KC Royals spring training gets into its groove, so do the players invited to camp. Roster battles are beginning to heat up and both veterans and youngsters are making their respective cases as to who’s worthy of a spot on the Opening Day roster. One name that’s gone relatively unmentioned thus far: Kelvin Gutierrez.
Gutierrez came over to Kansas City in a trade involving former All-Star reliever Kelvin Herrera back in 2018. Heading into his new environment, he carried a reputation as a player with an okay bat and a plus glove with a terrific arm.