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Royals Prospect Jac Caglianone Shines with Power Surge and Defensive Transition

The top Kansas City prospect has hit four home runs in three games and remains error-free in his early right field appearances at Double-A.

Kansas City Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone fields his position at first base during the club’s MLB Spring Breakout Game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on March 14, 2025 at Salt River Field at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Top Royals prospect Jac Caglianone in right field during a recent Northwest Arkansas game.

Overview

  • Jac Caglianone, the Royals' No. 1 prospect, has hit four home runs in his last three games, bringing his season total to eight in 28 Double-A contests.
  • Caglianone is batting .330 with 31 RBIs and a 1.012 OPS, ranking second in the Texas League in home runs this season.
  • The 22-year-old has begun transitioning to right field, handling 11 defensive chances without an error across four games.
  • Kansas City right fielders have struggled at the major league level, ranking last in key offensive categories, prompting the Royals to explore Caglianone as a potential solution.
  • GM J.J. Picollo emphasizes a deliberate development approach, prioritizing Caglianone's readiness over rushing a major league call-up.