Royals Rookie Caglianone Makes Home Debut Amid 10-2 Loss to Yankees

Jac Caglianone, the Kansas City Royals' 2024 first-round pick, made a memorable home debut at Kauffman Stadium, receiving a standing ovation from fans and Royals minority owner Patrick Mahomes. Despite the fanfare and his RBI groundout, the Royals were soundly defeated by the New York Yankees, 10-2, with the team struggling against strong Yankees pitching and home runs from Aaron Judge and Austin Wells. Caglianone, who had a slow start in his first MLB games but recently went 4-for-4 against the White Sox, is generating excitement among Royals fans who see him as a powerful hitter and a potential key contributor to the team's success. Fans like Andrew Snively and the Wolf family have eagerly purchased Caglianone jerseys, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for the rookie's impact on the team. Royals manager Matt Quatraro acknowledged Caglianone's rapid rise from college to the majors and the team's willingness to support his development despite some defensive learning curves. The Royals look to rebound in upcoming games as Caglianone continues to adjust to major league pitching and the spotlight of Kansas City baseball.