Salvy becomes fourth captain in Royals franchise history.
Salvador Perez has been named the fourth captain in the history of the Kansas City Royals, becoming the first player to hold the title since Mike Sweeney in 2007. Perez, a seven-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion, joins Sweeney, Frank White, and George Brett as the only captains in franchise history. The Royals recognized Perez's leadership qualities, competitiveness, and track record as a great teammate and player. The team is looking to develop young talent this season, and Perez's experience and leadership will be invaluable in guiding the team's future stars.