Mike Moustakas to Sign One-Day Contract to Retire as a Royal

Mike Moustakas, the former Kansas City Royals third baseman and 2015 World Series champion, is set to sign a one-day contract with the Royals on May 31 to officially retire from Major League Baseball with the team that brought him championship glory. Moustakas, who left the Royals in 2018, will be honored with a pregame ceremony before the Royals take on the Detroit Tigers. Drafted by the Royals in 2007 and making his MLB debut in 2011, Moustakas spent over seven seasons with the team and played a pivotal role in their World Series-winning campaign. His contributions to the Royals are fondly remembered by fans and teammates alike.
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During his time with the Royals, Moustakas was a two-time All-Star and earned the American League Comeback Player of the Year award in 2017. That year, he achieved some of his best career statistics, including a career-high 38 home runs. Moustakas's return to Kansas City for his retirement ceremony is a fitting tribute to a player who gave so much to the organization and its fans. As he hangs up his cleats, Moustakas will leave behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and memorable moments that will be cherished by the Royals community for years to come.