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Rookie Caglianone Earns Ovation as Royals Lose 10-2 to Yankees at Kauffman Stadium

His 1-for-4 outing with an RBI; first standing ovation at Kauffman Stadium; ninth-inning diving catch demonstrated his smooth outfield transition before a star-studded crowd.

Andrew Snively of Lee’s Summit with his new Jac Caglianone jersey on June 10, 2025.
Kansas City Royals outfielder Jac Caglianone (14) before the game against the New York Yankees on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City.

Overview

  • Caglianone went 1-for-4 with an RBI in his home debut on June 10 as the Royals fell 10-2 to New York.
  • He received a standing ovation from over 30,000 fans in his first at-bat and later made a diving catch after shifting to first base in the ninth inning.
  • The top prospect is converting from college first baseman to outfielder in Kansas City’s lineup to boost the team’s power numbers.
  • He has leaned on guidance from veterans Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. and received words of encouragement from Yankees slugger Aaron Judge.
  • Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and other celebrities attended the game, underscoring the hype surrounding the Royals’ newest star.