Kansas City Royals' Nick Pratto Pursues Free Agency After Eight Minor League Seasons
After being selected 14th overall by the Kansas City Royals in the 2017 MLB Draft, Nick Pratto was seen as a promising left-handed slugger with the potential to become the team's starting first baseman. Despite a strong start in the minor leagues, Pratto struggled to establish himself in the majors, particularly after being overshadowed by Vinnie Pasquantino. Following his eighth season in the Royals' farm system, Pratto has opted for minor league free agency, signaling a possible end to his tenure in Kansas City.
In 2023, he recorded a disappointing .620 OPS over 114 games with Triple-A Omaha, marking his lowest performance in the minors. During his time with the Royals, he played 145 games between 2022 and 2023, achieving a .216 batting average and a .659 OPS, including 14 home runs. With no remaining minor league options, Pratto faces the prospect of needing to secure a spot on a major league roster or risk being placed on waivers. His first-round draft status may still attract interest from other teams despite recent struggles.
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