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Alcides Escobar's bat flip after home run was one of the best in Royals history

Now we know where Alcides Escobar's son gets his bat-flipping skills.

Massimiliano Escobar learned it from his dad.

Alcides Escobar had one of the best bat flips in Royals history on Tuesday night after his walk-off home run in the 14th inning beat the Twins 2-1.

The home run was a no-doubter, traveling 398 feet and over the Twins' bullpen. Minnesota left fielder Eddie Rosario was running back to the dugout before the ball landed.

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