Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images Is Salvy a “hot streak imminent” candidate? David Lesky reacts to the MJ Melendez demotion. I think that’s fair, honestly. I’ve said this before, but of all the options in AAA and the big leagues, I’m not sure there’s a player who can become a middle of the order big league bat who isn’t Melendez. Now some guys are starting to get … [Read more...] about Royals Rumblings – News for April 22, 2025
TWitM: The Naturals toss a no-no
The Naturals and River Bandits are tossing up some goose eggs. This Week in the Minors is our weekly look at notable performances from all over the system, from big-name prospects and less-heralded guys alike. The mission is to answer this simple question: “Who had a good week?” Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers (10-9, 2 games back) The Storm Chasers took 3 of 5 from Norfolk, with … [Read more...] about TWitM: The Naturals toss a no-no
What happened to the clutch hitting from last year?
Drew Waters #8 of the Kansas City Royals singles too drive in one run against the Detroit Tigers during the second inning at Comerica Park on April 20, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. | Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images Luck of the draw, baby It’s the bottom of the ninth inning. There are two outs. There is a runner on second base and a runner on third base. The batter … [Read more...] about What happened to the clutch hitting from last year?
Rockies series preview: Two of the worst offenses in baseball
Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images How can you not score runs at Coors Field? The Rockies organization has been a total mess this year with one of the worst offenses in baseball, amazing considering they play their home games in the best hitting park in baseball. The Rockies have scored three or fewer runs in 15 of their 21 games and went 32 innings in a row without … [Read more...] about Rockies series preview: Two of the worst offenses in baseball
Royals Reacts Survey: When will MJ Melendez return to the big leagues?
Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images Will he return soon or is he a lost cause? Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Kansas City Royals fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Royals finally demoted MJ Melendez after he hit just … [Read more...] about Royals Reacts Survey: When will MJ Melendez return to the big leagues?