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UNBELIEVABLE: Rangers nearly acquired salvador perez from royals in 2023 per report - Caught on Camera

Salvador Perez Royals Rangers Report Kansas City Ken Rosenthal
Jul 10, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals designated hitter Salvador Perez (13) is congratulated by shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) after hitting a sacrifice fly against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning at Busch Stadium. | Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

The surprise turnaround of the Kansas City Royals has been one of baseball's most compelling storylines this season. In 2023, the Royals went 56-106 to tie an 18-year-old franchise record for lowest winning percentage. Now, Kansas City is 52-45 and firmly in playoff contention.

For that, the Royals have to thank (among others) veteran catcher Salvador Perez. The consistent performer has slashed a sterling .282/.343/.477 this season, hitting 17 home runs and driving in 62 runs.

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