Maikel Garcia became the first Royals rookie to hit for the cycle on June 13, 2024, going 4-for-5 with a single, double, triple and home run in Kansas City's 12-4 win over the Mariners. The 23-year-old infielder's historic performance included a two-run single in the first, a two-run double in the third, a solo triple in the fifth and a solo homer in the seventh. Garcia, who was called up on May 16, has been a key contributor to the Royals' lineup since his promotion, batting .285 with 12 extra-base hits and 15 RBIs in 31 games prior to his cycle game.