While Patrick Mahomes prepares for his ninth NFL season, the three-time Super Bowl champion is also turning his attention to another rising star in the city’s sports community: Kansas City Royals’ rookie, Jac Caglianone.
The Kansas City Chiefs’ quarterback, widely considered the face of Kansas City sports due to his dominant performances on the football field, took a moment this week to show his support for Caglianone, who made his Major League Baseball debut in early June.
The gesture, brief but meaningful, came in response to a heartfelt message from the young baseball player on social media as the 22-year-old reacted to officially making his debut on June 6.
“06-03-25 Grateful is an understatement,” Caglianone wrote online. “Ever since I could remember I always dreamed of being a professional baseball player…. The journey is just beginning!
“I’m so grateful to be a Royal! Most importantly, thank you Jesus! Colossians 3:23: ‘Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord and not for human masters.'”
Mahomes shows his support
In reply, Mahomes posted a trio of flexed bicep emojis, a symbolic nod to strength, support, and admiration. The short response from the NFL MVP being enough to signal that Caglianone has caught the attention of Kansas City’s biggest athletic figure.
Caglianone, now six games into his professional career with the Royals, is off to a modest start at the plate. The designated hitter currently holds a .240 batting average and a .560 OPS, solid numbers as he gets used to the pro scene.
Still adjusting to Major League play, expectations remain high for the former Florida standout; who was selected sixth overall by Kansas City in the 2024 MLB Draft, as one of the top prospects in his class.
Known not only for his offensive power but also for his versatility on the field. His promotion to the big leagues marks an important milestone for the Royals, who are looking to build a competitive roster around emerging talent.
As the reigning icon of Kansas City sports, Mahomes has consistently elevated the city’s national profile. His endorsement may serve as a powerful morale boost for the rookie, signaling confidence in Caglianone’s future.
His arrival in Kansas City offers a new chapter for the city’s sports fans – one that the 29-year-old two-time NFL MVP is clearly paying close attention to, thanks to his passion for Royals baseball.
Who do the Royals play next?
The Kansas City Royals are currently fourth in the American League Central and trail the Detroit Tigers by 8.5 wins through 66 games, a slight decline in form from their 2024 efforts that saw them reach the American League Division Series after finishing 86-76 in the regular season.
They have a chance to get their latest win of the 2025 MLB season when they take on the New York Yankees on Tuesday, June 10 at the Kauffman Stadium from 19:40 ET/16:40 PT.
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