NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. -- Royals manager Ned Yost knows that based on the contract situation of his core group of players, teams all across baseball are going to inquire about potential trades.
First baseman Eric Hosmer, third baseman Mike Moustakas, shortstop Alcides Escobar, outfielder Lorenzo Cain, closer Wade Davis, left-hander Danny Duffy and outfielder Jarrod Dyson all could be free agents after the 2017 season.
And because of payroll limitations, general manager Dayton Moore is forced this offseason to consider moving a player or two before they hit free agency.