Facing the prospect of losing significant pieces in either a big tear down this summer or in free agency over the offseason, I would be looking for players who could impact fairly quick out of this season’s draft in the Royals’ shoes. Faedo should do exactly that. He’s taken some time to get rolling this spring after some minor knee work in the fall, but once he truly got going, he’s been an ace and throwing extremely well. His fastball/slider combination could move him quickly, whether as a starter with his improved change, or as a power reliever, providing quick impact for the Royals.. RHP. University of Florida. Alex Faedo. 14. player. 7