Nicky Lopez is here! Nicky Lopez is here! Max Rieper, Shaun Newkirk and Matthew LaMar discuss the promotion of the young infielder and talk about who is part of the future. Northwest Arkansas Naturals beat writer Paul Boyd also comes on the show to talk about the Royals’ Double-A affiliate.
Among the topics we discuss:
What was the decision-making process behind calling up Nicky Lopez?
What should we expect from Lopez?
Who stands out for the Naturals this season?
Is Vance Wilson a future MLB manager?
Who is part of the future for the ballclub and who is “just a guy”?