Michael Massey Reflects On Career-Best 2026 Season With Royals

Michael Massey completed his best big league season in 2026, appearing in a career-high 131 games and posting a .272/.303/.428 line with 13 home runs. Ranking sixth among AL second basemen with 2.3 fWAR, he was a Gold Glove finalist with elite defensive metrics. Entering his second arbitration eligibility, Massey proved his value as a productive left-handed bat and stellar defender, though low walk rates remain an area for potential growth.