When will Jac Caglianone make his much-anticipated debut in the major leagues with the Kansas City Royals? The Royals’ top pick in the 2024 MLB Draft and the organization’s top prospect according to MLB.com and The Athletic, Caglianone showcased his talent by hitting his fifth home run of the season for Double-A Northern Arkansas over the weekend. The impressive shot sailed over the right-field fence, landing on the roof of the training facility behind the ballpark.
Formerly a first baseman and pitcher at Florida, Caglianone is focusing on his hitting skills in the Royals’ system and recently played his fourth game of the season in right field. This versatility could be the key to his potential swift promotion to the Royals’ lineup, especially with Vinnie Pasquantino currently holding down first base.
Despite Pasquantino’s solid power numbers, Caglianone could provide an upgrade in the outfield where the Royals are lacking offensive production. The team’s outfielders have struggled at the plate, with right fielder Hunter Renfroe particularly underperforming both offensively and defensively.
Considering the Royals’ offensive struggles as a whole, with low team batting averages and limited power numbers, there is a growing need for a boost in the lineup. While the organization has been cautious not to rush Caglianone’s development, a promotion to Triple-A might be the next step before he earns a spot on the major league roster.
With the Royals still in contention in the AL Central, the timing could be right to inject some new energy into the lineup. The team’s solid pitching could benefit greatly from improved offensive production, making the addition of a promising young talent like Caglianone all the more appealing.
