Who will the Royals protect in the Rule 5 draft? Alec Lewis runs down some options:
Sebastian Rivero, C
Age on Opening Day 2021: 22
Highest level reached: High A
Royals fans rarely mention Rivero when they talk about catchers within the club’s system. But they should, even though he was left unprotected before last year’s Rule 5 draft.
“Physically, he’s strong,” said assistant general manager J.J. Picollo. “His swings have more intent and are more aggressive but still under control. He’s also coming into his man strength, and the ball is coming off of his bat better.