Although the Royals' 2026 season is increasingly looking like a bust, there are still plenty of reasons for optimism about the future. One of the brightest is rookie Carter Jensen, who is in the midst of a 19-game hitting streak. Since it began on June 6, he's slashing .351/.388/.610 over 77 at-bats with four home runs and eight doubles.

It's a small sample size, but it's hard not to get excited about what he could become as part of the Royals' young core. Plus, as a Royals fan, you've got to take your hope wherever you can find it... 😉