Wyatt Langford Surprises Jac Caglianone After Royals’ Win Over Rangers originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Jac Caglianone and Wyatt Langford reunited on the field following the Kansas City Royals’ win over the Texas Rangers. After the game, the two former Florida Gators teammates exchanged jerseys in a moment that caught fans’ attention. The Gators’ social media account shared a photo of the swap.
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Langford gave Caglianone his No. 36 Rangers jersey. Caglianone handed back his Royals No. 14. Both smiled as they held them up. It was a simple moment, but it showed respect. The exchange happened in the tunnel, and both looked relaxed and happy.
Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford hits a solo home run against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on Sept. 13, 2024.Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images
The exchange followed what was a successful day for Caglianone, who had helped lead the Royals to a win. Though the game’s specific details were not included in the post, recent tweets from the same account noted that Caglianone had hit two home runs and tallied two RBI earlier that day.
Langford showing up after the game said a lot. “Always great to see you brother! Keep it rolling!” read the caption on the photo. The moment had good energy.
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The jersey swap was more than just a tradition. It brought back memories of their time in Florida. Langford turned pro first. Now Caglianone is making his mark. They took different paths, but the bond remains. Even on opposite teams, their Gator roots keep them close.
The gesture was simple but meaningful. It brought attention to how former college teammates continue to support each other as professionals. For many fans, the swap symbolized a deeper connection rooted in their time at the University of Florida.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.