For a team coming off 104-losses, the Royals enter this season with a surprisingly set lineup. Barring injury, we pretty much know seven of the starters will be. All-Star Salvador Perez will be behind the plate. Ryan O’Hearn will spend most of the time at first, although he may sit against some lefties. Whit Merrifield will still move around, but will start mostly at second. Wunderkind Adalberto Mondesi will start at shortstop. Hunter Dozier will get a crack at third. Alex Gordon and his Gold Glove will patrol left field. Speedy Billy Hamilton will roam center. Jorge Soler will likely spend most of his time at designated hitter.
Spring training battles: Right field
