As we reach mid-June of the 2024 MLB season, Aaron Judge is not just leading the AL MVP race—he’s running away with it. Judge’s stellar performance at the plate and his leadership on the field have been pivotal in the Yankees’ impressive start, giving them the best record in baseball. With his current stats, it’s clear why he is the frontrunner for the MVP award. Aaron Judge’s … [Read more...] about Aaron Judge’s Dominance In The AL MVP Race
Outfielder’s Foot Injury Sends Ripples Through Royals Roster
Kansas City Royals outfielder Hunter Renfroe was placed on the injured list on Tuesday after fracturing his big toe on Monday. Renfroe was removed from Monday’s game after fouling two pitches from New York Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodón off his left foot. Renfroe fouled a curveball off the toe, fell to one knee, and grimaced before fouling another curveball off his foot two … [Read more...] about Outfielder’s Foot Injury Sends Ripples Through Royals Roster
Kansas City Royals Place Free Agent Addition On Injured List
The Kansas City Royals placed pitcher Michael Wacha on the injured list on Sunday with a “small, non-displaced” fracture in his left foot, per manager Matt Quatraro. Lefty Daniel Lynch IV will be called up from Triple-A to take Wacha’s spot in the rotation. "We don't think it's worth pushing him out there."#Royals SP Michael Wacha is heading to the IL today with a … [Read more...] about Kansas City Royals Place Free Agent Addition On Injured List
Third-Year Infielder Becomes First Player to Reach Unique History
The Kansas City Royals are off to their best start through 50 games since 1976. Their superstar shortstop, Bobby Witt Jr., played that role in Tuesday’s game’s second inning. He took Casey Mize‘s splitter out to the upper deck of the left field fountains at Kauffman Stadium. The ball travelled at 468 feet, landing in the water for a three-run blast in an eventual 10-3 win over … [Read more...] about Third-Year Infielder Becomes First Player to Reach Unique History
Kansas City Royals Catcher Getting Wiser With Age
Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez, who is 33 years old, continues to shine offensively and gain on-field wisdom as he ages. Perez is among the top five qualified catchers who are ranked in the top 16 in OPS. Perez (.990), William Contreras (.988), Ryan Jeffers (.953), Willson Contreras (.950), and Will Smith (.924). The Royals made a lot of noise early this season, and … [Read more...] about Kansas City Royals Catcher Getting Wiser With Age