Carter Jensen

Carter Jensen scratched from Thursday’s game for oversleeping

Published

April 2, 2026

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Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen was scratched from Thursday’s game for oversleeping. Veteran Salvador Perez played instead.

Quatraro: Carter Jensen was scratched Thursday due to oversleeping, via @goldbergkc. https://t.co/P3Z4vf15xA

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Jensen later came in to catch for Perez in the bottom of the 9th, and the Royals lost to the Minnesota Twins 5-1.

It has been a slow start for the rookie. Jensen is currently batting .125 to start the season, and has had high expectations as he has been listed as a top-50 prospect in the MLB.

After the game, Jensen owned up to his mistake and is looking to move forward.

Here's Vinnie Pasquantino on it: "You got a 36-year-old catcher who's preparing to DH today, and his world gets a little rocked that an hour and a half before the game, he's not going to be DH'ing. Give credit to Salvy today for being ready. First and foremost, I'm glad Carter's…

— Sam McDowell (@SamMcDowell11) April 2, 2026

The Royals’ next game is Friday, April 3 at 7:45 p.m. ET. Jensen is expected to play at catcher.

About the Author Published Apr 2, 2026

CAMERON JOYCE

Cameron Joyce is an NCAAF, NFL, NHL, and MLB beat writer for Ball Exclusives. Cameron also previously worked at The University of Alabama's newspaper, "The Crimson White," covering volleyball and baseball.