It may be too early for Kansas City Royals outfielder Jac Caglianone to officially turn in his resignation from a prolonged slump. However, if the last two days are any indication, the rookie is starting to figure out how the complex Major League Baseball system operates.

For all their ongoing struggles, the Pittsburgh Pirates deserved to take some pride in their recent six-game win streak, which saw the club put together a perfect homestand ahead of nine straight on the road.