Royals catcher Carter Jensen was moved to the leadoff spot on Saturday and responded with an RBI single and a two-run homer, contributing to a 12-1 victory after the team had struggled offensively. Jensen, who typically bats fifth, is aiming to improve his performance despite a .222 batting average this season, marked by a high strikeout rate. Kansas City, currently 11 games behind the Guardians in the AL Central, continues to seek solutions amid a recent slump. In roster news, left-hander Cole Ragans resumed his rehab assignment, and Luinder Avila is joining the rotation as Nick Mears was placed on the IL.
