Max Rajcic makes MLB debut for Cardinals against Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Max Rajcic debuted for the St. Louis Cardinals on June 19, 2026, in a game against the Kansas City Royals. The Cardinals lost 14-6, but Rajcic pitched two innings, allowing one run and recording his first MLB strikeout. Selected in the sixth round of the 2022 MLB Draft, Rajcic had a strong minor league career, posting a 2.88 ERA with the Memphis Redbirds. His performance at UCLA included a 2.83 ERA over two seasons, which contributed to his rise to the majors.
- •Max Rajcic debuted for the Cardinals on June 19, 2026.
- •Cardinals lost 14-6 to the Royals in that game.
- •Rajcic pitched two innings, giving up one run and two hits.
- •He recorded his first MLB strikeout during the appearance.
- •Rajcic had a notable minor league career before his debut.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Former UCLA Bruin reliever makes his MLB debut with the Cardinals
"Former UCLA Bruin Max Rajcic made his MLB debut on Thursday for the St. Louis Cardinals against the Kansas City Royals.
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