The Royals had a very college-heavy draft this year, and the Idaho Falls Chukars benefitted from that strategy. The short-season affiliate in the Pioneer League had the oldest starting lineup in the league, and the third-oldest pitching staff. That experience allowed them to have a winning record in both the first-half and second-half, although they weren’t able to make the post-season, finishing with an overall record of 43-33.
Best player: Nathan Eaton was the Whit Merrifield for the Chukars, playing at least ten games at four different positions - second base, third base, center field, and right field.