Royals should increase Tyler Tolbert's playing time this season

Tyler Tolbert of the Kansas City Royals tied the MLB record with 12 straight hits during a game on August 19, 2026. Despite the Royals' poor season and dwindling playoff hopes, there are calls for Tolbert to play every day as the team evaluates its roster. Drafted in the 13th round in 2019, Tolbert has shown potential, especially with a strong sprint speed and versatility in the field. Analysts suggest that the Royals can take risks with players like Tolbert in a losing season to maximize their future prospects. The team may look to finalize its evaluation of player talent as the season winds down.

• 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Tyler Tolbert should be playing every day