The Royals focused on four high school players Wednesday night in narrowing their choices for selection with the second overall pick in today?s draft.
Third baseman Josh Vitters appeared to top a list that also consisted of shortstop Matt Moustakas, right-hander Jarrod Parker and catcher Devin Mesoraco.
The final decision isn?t likely to be made until today.
?We?re going to select a player,? general manager Dayton Moore said, ?who has a realistic view of his value. We?re going to get a player who will make a major impact on our ballclub for a long time.?
That explains why the club?s list does not include right-hander Rick Porcello, who is represented by Scott Boras and is believed to be seeking a deal in excess of $8 million.
Porcello is generally viewed as the draft?s best prep pitcher and the second-best pitcher overall ? behind Vanderbilt left-hander David Price, who figures to go to Tampa Bay with the first overall pick.
Kansas City Avoiding Boras Clients In Draft

