Pete Alonso wins NL Player of the Week, Jac Caglianone debuts in latest MLB Gators update
Pete Alonso wins NL Player of the Week, Jac Caglianone debuts in latest MLB Gators update
June baseball is heating up, and so are several former Florida Gators making noise in the big leagues.
The storylines this week range from an All-Star slugger catching fire to a top prospect breaking into the majors.
Pete Alonso continues to lead the charge for the New York Mets, taking home National League Player of the Week honors, while rookie Jac Caglianone made his MLB debut with the Kansas City Royals.
Across the league, Wyatt Langford is in a slump, Harrison Bader is struggling to find his rhythm and Jonathan India is quietly putting together a solid stretch.
On the mound, Brady Singer remains a steady presence for the Cincinnati Reds.
Here's how the Gators performed this past week.
Pete Alonso: First Baseman, New York Mets
Last 7 Games: .400 AVG | .486 OBP | .967 SLG | 12 H | 5 HR | 15 RBI | 3 BB | 7 SO
2025 Season: .301 AVG | .396 OBP | .990 OPS | 17 HR | 61 RBI | 75 H
Alonso stayed red-hot at the plate, launching five home runs and driving in 15 runs over his last seven games. The former Gators slugger hit .400 during that stretch and now owns a .990 OPS on the year. He's pacing the Mets offense and was just awarded the National League Player of the Week.
He's also shown improved patience at the plate, drawing three walks while only striking out seven times. With the Mets needing consistent run production, Alonso is reestablishing himself as one of the most dangerous hitters in baseball.
Jac Caglianone: First Baseman/Outfielder, Kansas City Royals
Last 7 Games: .240 AVG | .240 OBP | .320 SLG | 6 H | 0 HR | 1 RBI | 0 BB | 4 SO
2025 Season: .240 AVG | .240 OBP | .560 OPS | 6 H | 1 RBI
Caglianone made his big league debut on June 3 and collected his first career hit in his second game against the St. Louis Cardinals which was a double. He's started his MLB journey with six hits in 25 at-bats, showing flashes of his offensive potential that made him a first-round pick.
In Caglianone's last game, he showed off his fantastic bat-to-ball skills, going 4-for-4 at the plate including a double against the Chicago White Sox. While the power hasn't surfaced yet, his ability to barrel the ball has Royals fans optimistic.
Wyatt Langford: Outfielder, Texas Rangers
Last 7 Games: .143 AVG | .194 OBP | .179 SLG | 4 H | 0 HR | 3 RBI | 2 BB | 11 SO
2025 Season: .227 AVG | .306 OBP | .731 OPS | 11 HR | 26 RBI | 47 H
Langford has hit a rough patch in June, managing just four hits over his last 28 at-bats. He struck out 11 times in that span, and his power has cooled off. Still, with 11 homers on the season, the Rangers continue to count on his upside.
Texas remains patient, hoping Langford's approach at the plate improves with more reps. Despite the slump, he's still contributing with timely RBIs and remains a regular in the Rangers lineup.
Harrison Bader: Outfielder, Minnesota Twins
Last 7 Games: .118 AVG | .250 OBP | .353 SLG | 2 H | 1 HR | 2 RBI | 3 BB | 8 SO
2025 Season: .255 AVG | .346 OBP | .766 OPS | 6 HR | 24 RBI | 6 SB
Bader is in a mini-slump with just two hits in his last 17 at-bats, but he did manage to go deep once and drew a few walks. Despite the rough stretch, his overall numbers remain strong as he continues to be a defensive asset in Minnesota's outfield.
Even during the cold spell, Bader's ability to impact games with his glove and speed helps the Twins. His recent walk rate also suggests he's seeing the ball well, even if the hits aren't falling.
Jonathan India: Infielder, Kansas City Royals
Last 7 Games: .300 AVG | .313 OBP | .433 SLG | 9 H | 1 HR | 4 RBI | 1 BB | 3 SO
2025 Season: .248 AVG | .331 OBP | .654 OPS | 2 HR | 17 RBI | 56 H
India has quietly been one of the Royals' more consistent bats lately. He hit .300 over the past week, adding a home run and four RBI to his season total. His OBP remains solid as he continues to get on base and limit strikeouts.
His contact rate and plate discipline have stood out, helping to stabilize Kansas City's middle infield. India's versatility in the field has also provided the Royals with options as the team juggles its infield depth.
Brady Singer: Starting Pitcher, Cincinnati Reds
Last 2 Starts: 0-0 | 10.0 IP | 9 H | 5 ER | 4 BB | 6 SO
2025 Season: 6-4 | 4.59 ERA | 68.2 IP | 56 SO | 1.35 WHIP
Singer made two starts this past week, tossing five innings each against the Arizona Diamondbacks and Milwaukee Brewers. He allowed a combined five earned runs on nine hits while striking out six. Despite keeping the Reds competitive, he didn't factor into the decision in either outing.
While the results weren't dominant, Singer kept his team in both games and avoided big innings. His command remains a work in progress, but his ability to pitch deep into games makes him a steady middle-of-the-rotation arm.
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