Jaylon T. Thompson
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Wale said it best, “I pray you forgive me if I bask in this chapter.” Simone a legend and a icon.
She deserve all the love honestly.
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I think we all should agree. Bobby Witt Jr. should get an invite to the 2025 HR Derby at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA.
Incredible showing for the
#Royals
star tonight.
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✨Personal News: I am blessed to share I am joining
@USATODAY
and
@usatodaysports
. I am excited to work with an amazing staff. Thank you to
@roxscott
and
@OSAliciaD
for the opportunity. We got a lot in store that I can’t wait to share!
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#Royals
1B Vinnie Pasquantino on winning 57 games to eclipse 2023 win total.
"The book is closed. We have 57 wins and 2023 is no longer a thing in this clubhouse. We are on to 2024. We are here and we are 57 wins into it. And we are excited to get some more."
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It won't go down in the stat books, but Bobby Witt Jr. just made a incredible stop to prevent the go-ahead run from scoring in the 10th inning.
#Royals
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Bobby Witt Jr. hits his second home run of the game ast the "MVP" chants rain down at Kauffman Stadium.
The
#Royals
up 8-4.
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In the third inning,
#Royals
reliever Austin Cox set the MLB record for most batters faced without allowing a hit to begin his career (since 1961).
He broke the record by getting Randy Arozarena to fly out to left field.
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#Royals
held an introductory press conference for first-round pick Jac Caglianone on Wednesday.
He is officially signed with the organization and will report to Arizona tomorrow.
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MJ Melendez hits a go-ahead three-run homer to give the
#Royals
a 3-2 lead in the ninth inning.
Wow.
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Bobby Witt Jr. hits his 30th home run of the season in the 7th inning off Keynan Middleton. He becomes the first
#Royals
player to achieve a 30-30 season.
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Bobby Witt Jr. is officially on 30-30 watch.
He just hit a solo home run into the left-field seats. It's his second HR in consecutive days.
This season, Witt has 16 homers and 27 stolen bases.
#Royals
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A big note from
#Royals
draftee Jac Caglianone introductory presser with the KC media.
He will get the chance to be a two-way player with the organization.
"I'm very thankful that they are giving me the opportunity to do both. And I won't let them down."
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Bobby Witt Jr. hits solo home run in the 7th inning. Next batter, Vinnie Pasquantino gets hit by a pitch.
Both teams get warnings as a result. KC leads it 7-1.
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I predicted earlier this offseason that Cole Ragans could reach 200 strikeouts. His first spring outing didn't change my mind.
Final line: 2 IP, 3 H, 5 Ks, 0 BBs.
#Royals
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Bobby Witt Jr. doubles in the fifth inning. He becomes the first player in the American League to reach 100 hits this season.
#Royals
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#Royals
prospect Tyler Tolbert taking swings during batting practice.
Tolbert, who was the George Brett Hitter of the Year last season, has shown fluidity at shortstop in camp.
He can also play the outfield. Has a plus arm and great batter’s eye at the plate.
#BeforeTheCrown
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The
#Royals
signed shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. to a 14-year contract agreement that includes 11-years guaranteed.
KC will keep their biggest young phenom in town for the long haul.
The present, the future, and the largest contract in franchise history.
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#Royals
manager Matt Quatraro has informed us that Nick Loftin, Dairon Blanco and Matt Sauer have all made the team.
Meanwhile, Michael Massey is expected to begin the 2024 season on the injured list with lower back tightness.
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Live from Rio 2016. Can't wait to cover the Olympics starting Fri. Dreams really do come true.
#hardwork
#dedication
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#Royals
got good news regarding Hunter Renfroe. An MRI revealed he didn’t have a fracture in his left big toe.
He will not need surgery and has a shorter timeline to return. The injury is more in line with a bone bruise and stress reaction.
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19 homers | 31 steals
30-30 watch in full effect. 👀
Bobby Witt Jr. is just extremely, extremely hot right now. 🔥🔥🔥
#Royals
TV: Bally Sports Kansas City
Stream: Bally Sports app
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On behalf of all UGA fans and students, we thank you Ohio State.
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Bobby Witt Jr. is headed to the final round of the
#HRDerby
.
He defeated Jose Ramirez in the semifinals and will await the winner of Alec Bohm and Teoscar Hernandez at Globe Life Field.
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First live hit ✅
Here are my thoughts on the NCAA men’s tournament game.
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I truly think Bobby Witt Jr. believes every pitch he sees is a beach ball at this point. He triples in the first inning to continue his absurd hot streak.
#Royals
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The
#Royals
have made a decision on the 5th starter competition. KC named Alec Marsh for the role.
Marsh beat out Jordan Lyles for the rotation spot. Lyles will operate in the bullpen.
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Taps mic🎤: This week, I began a new career path as the Atlanta Legends (
@AafLegends
) team reporter in the Alliance of American Football League. I am so thankful for the opportunity. Here is my first story with the Legends.
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#Royals
pitcher Kris Bubic is expected to make a rehab start with Double-A Northwest Arkansas on Sunday.
Bubic is working back from Tommy John surgery. He produced a 2.70 ERA in three starts with the Surprise Royals.
Now, he will take the next step in his rehab assignment.
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You may have heard of the new “Taste of The K” taco at Kauffman Stadium.
Well, I decided to try it and see why
#Royals
fans and others are talking about it.
Here is my 🌮 review ….
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#Royals
star Bobby Witt Jr. named American League Player of the Month for July.
He is the first Royal to earn the award since Billy Butler in September 2009.
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There aren't many pitching performances like what
#Royals
pitcher Seth Lugo has done this afternoon in Anaheim.
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The future looks bright for the
@Braves
. Top prospects Austin Riley and Kolby Allard present memorable Mother's Day gifts as the
@GoStripers
beat the Norfolk Tide 10-0.
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Some numbers on the MJ Melendez blast:
HR distance: 431 feet
Exit Velo: 105 mph
Launch angle: 28 degrees
Statcast says it would've been HR in all 30 ballparks.
#Royals
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#Royals
GM J.J. Picollo said the team pursued Austin Nola earlier this offseason.
The team remains confident in backup Freddy Fermin.
“I would expect you know, he'll (Fermin) break with the club but you know, there's a chance we could break with three catchers.”
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Reminder that Michael Massey will begin a rehab assignment in Triple-A Omaha tonight.
Also, Michael Wacha pitched four scoreless innings, allowing two hits and striking out six in Surprise last night.
#Royals
RHP Michael Wacha will begin a rehab assignment tonight with our Surprise ACL club.
INF Michael Massey will begin a rehab assignment tomorrow night with Omaha (AAA).
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Some key
@AafLegends
first-half stats.
#AllHailATL
Matt Simms: 12-for-15, 88 yards passing, 1 touchdown and 1 interception.
Malachi Jones: 3 catches, 37 yards, 1 touchdown
Ed Reynolds Jr. : 5 tackles
Tyson Graham Jr: 5 tackles
Carlos Merritt: 1 interception
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Bobby Witt Jr. hits inside-the-park home run.
#Royals
lead it 4-0.
It was his 22nd HR of the season. Also, his first inside-the park homer of his career.
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Bobby Witt Jr. is on pace for 31 home runs and 46 stolen bases this season.
Do ya'll think he gets it done?
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Bobby Witt Jr. does it again. He hits a three-run homer and is now a single shy of the cycle.
Loud "Bobby" chants at The K! Oh, Witt also has his fourth consecutive three-hit game.
#Royals
up 8-3 on the
#Diamondbacks
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A good look at how
#Royals
starter Brady Singer refined his secondary pitches this offseason. The shape and movement is encouraging.
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Words can't express how thankful I am for this opportunity! Thanks to all who helped me on this journey
#blessed
Olympics here we come!
@GradySports
'
@nicolechrz
&
@jaylonthompson
are headed to
@Rio2016_en
to cover
@teamusa
:
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#Royals
starter Brady Singer takes a no-hit bid into the 7th inning before Mariners outfielder Dominic Canzone breaks it up.
Royals faithful give Singer a resounding ovation after a stellar display.
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#Royals
manager Matt Quatraro postgame on Kyle Isbel's facial lacerations:
"Yeah, I think we are extremely lucky. ... It got him on the bridge of the nose. Just a cut and he is getting further testing to make sure everything is okay.”
Quick story on Kyle Isbel's injury after being struck in the face by a foul ball on Saturday.
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It's official:
@New_J23
signs with Drexel University. Proud of the young star.
@SCHS_Patriots
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Here at Sandy Creek High School as defensive end Nick Fulwider commits to the
@ArkRazorbacks
.
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Maikel Garcia sets a new career-high with his 5th home run of the season.
#Royals
up 6-0 over the
#Athletics
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The Old School black and white TV production FOX has done for this telecast at Rickwood Field is dope. 🔥🔥🔥
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An update on
#Royals
starters:
-- Cole Ragans will start on Sunday afternoon.
-- Brady Singer is on track to start possibly Wednesday as he recovers from an illness.
-- Michael Wacha continues to get testing as team waits on the results.
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Y’all want me to try this on Friday? I smell another
#Royals
food review. 🤔
The Pasqwich consists of shaved Italian beef topped with two slices of provolone cheese, two strips of bacon, crispy golden-brown hashbrown patties, and Giardiniera Aioli all served on a buttered and grilled Brioche Bun.
Starting on Friday, July 26, through the remainder of the
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#Royals
pitcher Daniel Lynch IV is throwing live BP and facing batters MJ Melendez and Nate Eaton.
Here is a sequence of Lynch throwing to Eaton off the mound.
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I am here for the show. Should I be worried? 😂
Everyone welcome
@jaylonthompson
to the Royals beat. Please direct any concerns you have about the team to him...
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Bobby Witt Jr. homers in his second consecutive game and he got all of it. Estimated distance: 440 feet.
#Royals
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UGA's Keturah Orji just set the American record at the Olympics with a 14.71 meter triple jump at the Olympics. She broke her own record.
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#Royals
have made the Lucas Erceg trade official. Big-time addition for a club that has postseason aspirations.
Erceg joins Hunter Harvey and potentially Michael Lorenzen as bullpen upgrades.
We have acquired RHP Lucas Erceg from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for RHP Mason Barnett, RHP Will Klein, and OF Jared Dickey.
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Still in awe of today. Interviewing Mike Vick was a dream and the reason I do this thing call journalism.
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Bobby Witt Jr. continues to marvel, even on his 24th birthday. He just generated a key double play in the 7th inning with a dazzling defensive play.
#Royals
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Congratulations to Starr's Mill kicker Michael Lantz (
@michaellantz38
) as he signed with the University of Minnesota today.
@SMHSfootball
@FayetteSports
@GopherFootball
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Zack Greinke received a lot of love in the dugout after striking out his 1,000th different batter.
Quite a list to join alongside Nolan Ryan, Randy Johnson, Greg Maddux and Roger Clemens.
#Royals
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#Royals
fans!! How are you guys feeling after a six-game winning streak?
I want to hear from you. Any reactions or questions? It will be featured in tomorrow’s newsletter.
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Jac Caglianone hit his first professional home run tonight. I would venture to guess this won't be his only one.
#Royals
“There’s a gator in the river!”
Cags’ first pro home run is a grand slam with the 🔥 call by Kyle Kercheval!
#RaisingRoyals
🧱x🧱
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#Royals
manager Matt Quatraro confirms Daniel Lynch will return from the injured list and start Sunday’s series finale against the Washington Nationals.
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#Royals
prospect Carter Jensen raised a lot of eyebrows just now with a mammoth homer off Will Klein in a live BP session.
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#Royals
first baseman Nick Pratto has been ejected for arguing balls and strikes. He was rung up by HP umpire Brennan Miller.
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