KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Adalberto Mondesi was identified as the Kansas City Royals' top prospect several years ago based primarily on his blazing speed, advanced defense and raw athleticism.
The youngster is starting to flash some power, too.
Mondesi homered for the second straight game, this time a two-run shot as part of a four-RBI performance, and the Royals beat the Detroit Tigers 9-2 on Wednesday to sweep a two-game set.
"He's starting to come into his own a little bit," Royals manager Ned Yost said. "He's like a thoroughbred. He's a quick-twitch, extremely explosive guy.