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KC Royals MJ Melendez wears message of support for Utah boy
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Kansas City Royals right fielder MJ Melendez (1) catches the fly ball hit by Detroit Tigers designated hitter Miguel Cabrera during the fifth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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This is a 2023 photo of MJ Melendez of the Kansas City Royals baseball team. This image reflects the Kansas City Royals active roster as of Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023, when this
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Melendez, Perez lead Royals to comeback win over Twins
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Kansas City Royals right fielder MJ Melendez (1) catches a fly ball off the bag of Washington Nationals' Joey Meneses during the third inning of a baseball game, Sunday, May 28, 2023
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MJ Melendez singles through the left side vs. the Cardinals., MJ Melendez shoots one the other way for career hit No. 1 in his MLB debut! Congratulations, MJ! #TogetherRoyal
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