Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro was not present for the Royals’ series finale against Texas on Sunday. The team announced that Quatraro was attending to a personal matter but assured fans that he would not be away from the team for long. Bench coach Paul Hoover has stepped in to manage the team until Quatraro returns, which is expected to be within a day or two.
Quatraro, who is in his second season with the Royals, has seen significant improvement in the team’s performance this season. Despite losing the first two games against Texas and six of eight overall, the Royals currently hold a 42-36 record. This marks a 20-win increase compared to the same point last year, making it the largest improvement in MLB this season. The team’s progress under Quatraro’s leadership has been evident, and fans are hopeful for continued success upon his return to the dugout.