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Royals release former top pick Lacy after slew of injuries
- Royals release former No. 4 overall pick Asa Lacy after six injury‑riddled years and 80 career innings.
- Lacy was the 2020 No. 4 overall pick from Texas A&M and signed for a franchise‑record bonus for a drafted pitcher.
- Lacy never found command and injuries dominated his progress, including two Tommy John surgeries.
- Lacy hasn’t pitched in affiliated baseball since August 2022 with Double-A Northwest Arkansas.
- The Royals moved to release Lacy as they anticipated him becoming a Minor League free agent at season’s end.
- Royals’ goal was to help Asa by changing scenery and removing pressures to pursue his career.
- Maier praised Lacy’s talent and the medical team’s hard work through the process.
- The organization invested heavily in Lacy as a top prospect with long-term hopes.
- The Royals highlighted ongoing efforts to get Lacy healthy and back on track.
- The Royals emphasize a focus on health and potential opportunities outside the organization.
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