Royals part ways with former fourth-overall pick Asa Lacy after injury-riddled run
The Kansas City Royals released former No. 4 overall pick Asa Lacy after an injury-plagued pro career, including back and shoulder issues and a 2024 Tommy John surgery. He hasn’t pitched since 2022, finishing with about 80 minor-league innings, underscoring how quickly high-prospect promise can derail and become a cautionary tale.