Royals Draft Yehl: Big Arm, Big Question | Kansas City Royals News

The Royals just added a towering lefty ace with elite stuff—Maxx Yehl, a 6’6” West Virginia standout who dominated college ball with a 2.13 ERA and 10+ K/9, earning Big 12 Pitcher of the Year honors. Though he’s coming off Tommy John, his 96 mph fastball, slider, changeup, and cutter hint at major upside. Scouts debate starter vs. reliever potential, but his tools and Royals’ track record with lefties make him a tantalizing third-round steal. With four new players signed on draft day, Yehl’s the biggest name—and biggest question—on the horizon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dbccf8ed516e0102