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Khalil Lee headlines Royals prospects assigned to Arizona Fall League

Outfielder Khalil Lee, one of the top prospects in the Royals’ system, will go against some of the best minor league competition this fall in the Arizona Fall League. The 20-year old will be joined by catcher Meibrys Viloria, outfielder Nick Heath, and pitchers Scott Blewett, Grant Gavin, and Walker Sheller. The league, which begins play October 9, is typically meant for high-level players close to the big leagues. Last year, Nicky Lopez headlined the Royals sent to play in Arizona.

Lee, ranked as the #2 prospect in the system by MLB Pipeline, has one of the most patient approaches by a Royals prospect, batting .