Royals catcher, Kansas City native named American League Player, Rookie of the Month

Royals catcher, Kansas City native named American League Player, Rookie of the Month

For the second month in a row, a Kansas City Royal has been named American League Player of the Month.

Jensen named AL Player & Rookie of the Month for September

You always want to finish strong. That’s exactly what these players did in the final month of the 2026 regular season. Here are both leagues’ monthly award winners for September. AL Player of the Month: Carter Jensen, Royals A young Royals left-handed hitter wins this honor for the second straight month as Jensen follows in the footsteps of Jac Caglianone. The 23-year-old catcher wrapped his rookie season with eight homers and an MLB-leading 19 …