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Hometown Hero: Catcher Joins Nationals Dream
11 Aug
Summary
- Kyle Hayes returned to his hometown Nationals after six minor league seasons.
- He played college baseball at James Madison and George Mason Universities.
- Hayes now serves as a backup catcher and mentors pitching staff.
After six seasons within the Kansas City Royals' minor league organization, catcher Kyle Hayes found his way back to his roots, signing with the Washington Nationals.
Hayes, 28, expressed his excitement about joining the team he grew up rooting for, describing it as a "dream come true." His baseball journey began at James Madison High in Vienna, Virginia, a school known for producing Major League talent.
He played collegiately at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, from 2017-2020, where he caught alongside future Major Leaguers. He concluded his college career at George Mason University in Fairfax in 2021.
H presently serves as a backup catcher for the Nationals. His role involves assisting the pitching staff and other catchers, offering mentorship while still striving for personal development.
