Bad news on Bubba.
He's not 2 years away...likely 4 or so. He played 3 sports in high school and baseball was the sport he played less of.
If you remember, he was committed to Nebraska to be their starting QB, so he has to "learn" baseball...and the Royals plan to take their time because he has a LOT to work on. He is dedicating all his time to baseball..so hopefully it helps him make that 4 year window we expect.
That said, I have read the Sandy Alderson interviews and it sounds like he wants AA/AAA pieces or major league ready "impact" pieces. Bubba wouldn't interest him now, but maybe come Niese arbitration time? Dare to dream LOL..
Hope that helped clear up Bubba..
Mondesi by the way, is only 16..or just turned 17. prolly well off Sandy's radar.
Believe me, Royals fans want to make a deal with the Mets..so bad we can taste it. But it has to be one that helps the Mets before they take the time to help the Royals. Fingers crossed we help each other out!