Michael A. Taylor

The Kansas City Royals signed outfielder Michael A. Taylorto a two-year, $9 million contract extension on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor has been a solid contributor in his first season in Kansas City. He is slashing .244/.298/.359 with 12 home runs, 52 RBI, 56 runs scored over 137 games in 2021. The 30-year-old is an elite defender and is expected to win a Gold Glove this season. He is considered the best defensive center fielder in the game. Taylor provides the Royals an elite glove and a solid bat but is an OF 4/5 in upcoming fantasy drafts in 2022.

The Royals have placed outfielder Michael A. Taylor on the bereavement list.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor is slashing .246/.300/.361 in his first season with the Royals. The eight-year veteran has amassed 12 home runs, 52 RBI, 33 walks, 137 strikeouts, and 14 stolen bases through 136 games this season.

Michael A. Taylor went 2-for-4 with a double, a solo home run and two RBI during Saturday's 8-1 win over the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor launched his 12th home run of the year to give Kansas City a 4-0 lead. The outfielder is batting .246 with 52 RBI this season.

Michael A. Taylor went 2-for-4 with a solo home run during Sunday's 4-3 loss in Seattle.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor launched his 11th home run of the year to tie the game at two in the seventh inning Sunday. Taylor is batting .246 with 45 RBI in 2021.

Michael A. Taylor went 3-for-4 with a RBI single during Saturday's 9-4 loss to the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor plated the Royals' first run with a fourth inning single into center field. Saturday was the third time this season that Taylor notched three base hits. The 30-year-old is batting .246 with 10 home runs and 41 RBI.