With the deadline to set their 40-man rosters and protect players from the Rule 5 Draft having come and gone, let’s take a look at the minor league players who were released over the course of the 2023 season.
Kyle Isbel has thus far been evidence that there is no replacement for the upper minors
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If you’ve been watching Kansas City Royals broadcasts on Bally Sports Kansas City, you probably have heard Rex and Ryan hype up Kyle Isbel. They’ve often said that he “looks the part” of a big leaguer and have been impressed with his attitude and approach. When Isbel drew a walk against reigning American League Cy Young Winner Shane Bieber after starting the count 0-2, no less the two Kansas City broadcasters talked about it for days.