The Kansas City Royals, historically poor at developing hitters with plate discipline, may be shifting their focus under scouting director Brian Bridges, prioritizing players with strong strike-zone control in their recent drafts. Notable college hitters for the upcoming draft include OF Logan Hughes (Texas Tech), who boasts a .375 average and 18 home runs; OF Ty Head (NC State), known for his contact rates; and 2B Joe Tiroly (Virginia), who excels in swing decisions. Other prospects like OF Caden Bogenpohl (Missouri State) and OF Brayden Dowd (Florida State) also show promise, indicating a potential change in the Royals’ developmental strategy.
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2026 MLB Draft: College Hitters with Good Plate Discipline
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