A fifth World Series crown is a fitting end to the Stewart reign in Kansas City. To do it in a sweep is a bonus, especially having taken out the Texas Rangers to gain revenge for the 2049 defeat. The fifth ring lifts Stewart into equal third on the all-time list, level with Connie Mack (Philadelphia Athletics), and two behind Casey Stengel (New York Yankees) and Joe McCarthy (Chicago Cubs | New York Yankees). His tenth pennant takes him one clear of Stengel and John McGraw (New York Giants).
Kansas City Postseason Stats
The MVPs were shared around the team, with Roseberry, de Anda, and Terry each taking home an award. In terms of wRC+ the two former Rookie of the Year winners Nelson Saiz (199) and Mike Gronkiewicz (213) were the stars. Bernalldino Igrejas was the only starter to struggle, with a 65 wRC+ and a .255 AVE.
The Royals aces T.J. Nooks and Braden Montalbano went 4-0, with 5 QS from 8 appearances. The rest of the starters did their job, Steve Mondie going 2-0, while Shannon Fairwell only appeared once.
In the bullpen, Chris Curry had a 0 FIP- across his 3 appearances, while Omari Ambroise had 11.0 IP across 5 appearances, recording 2 SV and a 0.82 ERA.
Only Zaire McKines and Luis Danys Rhodes struggled, although McKines’ struggles came in his only inning pitched so the sample size couldn’t be much smaller.
Owner Goal Review
I have reviewed the goals I have set out for you. My comments are below.
Team Record:
Everyone in the city has your name on the tip of their tongue, and why wouldn't they? It's not everyday someone guides their team to a championship. Fantastic job this year!
Extend your player:
I know there's still a little time before players file for free agency, but I'm very disappointed that you didn't get Dusty Glick signed to an extension. We've already begun developing next year's marketing plans, but with the status of Glick still up in the air, we've had to put those plans on hold.
Acquire a player:
Well, you have figured out a great way to disappoint your boss and the owner of a popular baseball team. I wish you really would have worked harder when I asked you to bring in a Power hitter.
Long Term:
I think team is well on its way to becoming all that I had imagined it to be. If you can bring home another World Series trophy in the near future, that would go further to solidifying your legacy.
I am good with your performance in accomplishing the goals I have given you. However, when I consider the on- and off-field success of the team, my overall mood with your performance is delighted.
Minor Leagues
Postseason
Omaha Storm Chasers [AAA] lost in 1st round of the playoffs.
Northwest Arkansas Naturals [AA] lost in 1st round of the playoffs.
Quad Cities River Bandits [A+] missed the playoffs by 43 games.
Columbia Fireflies [A] missed the playoffs by 27 games.
Kansas City (ACL) Royals [R] missed the playoffs by 3 games.
Kansas City (DSL) Royals Stewart [R] missed the playoffs by 19 games.
Kansas City (DSL) Royals Glass [R] missed the playoffs by 16 games.