Jac Caglianone addresses mental hurdles during slow start with Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 2:39 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Jac Caglianone has spoken openly about his mental struggles as a rookie in Major League Baseball. The Kansas City Royals player, who debuted in June 2025, posted a challenging.157 batting average in his first season. After addressing both his swing and mental approach, Caglianone has improved to a.261 average with a.780 OPS this season. He has shown signs of growth, hitting.421 in his last seven games and contributing to the Royals' recent success as they aim to improve their standings in the American League Central.
- •Caglianone struggled with a.157 batting average as a rookie.
- •He worked with psychologists to improve his mental approach.
- •This year, he has raised his batting average to.261.
- •Caglianone hit two home runs in a recent game against Texas.
- •The Royals have won five of their last six games.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Jac Caglianone Opens Up on Mental Struggles Amid Slow Start to Career
"The Royals star opened up about the mental side of the game.
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