Royals split with Rays; Caglianone and Jensen shine amidst struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Kansas City Royals are 34-48 at the season midpoint, placing them last in the AL Central. Despite the disappointing record, Jac Caglianone leads the team with 14 home runs and has a chance at a Home Run Derby bid. Rookie catcher Carter Jensen is on a 16-game hitting streak, showcasing the team's player development. Injury management remains a concern as the team evaluates player health ahead of their upcoming series against the Chicago White Sox.
- •Royals split their recent series with the Tampa Bay Rays.
- •Caglianone is flirting with franchise records in June.
- •Jensen's 16-game hitting streak highlights rookie contributions.
- •Injury management decisions are under scrutiny.
- •Upcoming series against the Chicago White Sox on the horizon.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Derby Dreams and Hitting Streaks: Bright Spots in a Dark Royals Season
"The Kansas City Royals steal a split from the Tampa Bay Rays, but the injury decisions still make heads spin.
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