The Kansas City Royals will honor Mike Moustakas on May 31st, marking his retirement with a ceremonial one-day contract. Drafted second overall in 2007, Moustakas became a cornerstone in the Royals' rebuilding efforts that transformed the team from years of losing seasons to a competitive force. While he struggled initially in the majors, his performance peaked in 2015, significantly contributing to the Royals' success, including their World Series win that year. His journey reflects the team's reclamation and eventual championship aspirations during his tenure.
Moustakas has spent the majority of his career with the Royals, representing a pivotal figure in their aggressive rebuild that began after years of losing seasons.
Selected second overall in the 2007 draft, Moustakas struggled early but eventually became a key player in the Royals' success, including World Series victories.
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