The Kansas City Royals are gearing up to start their season on Thursday, but unfortunately, they will be missing three key pitchers for their opening game. Despite their absence, the team is optimistic about their chances of success this season.
One of the pitchers who will be sidelined is Brad Keller, who was placed on the injured list due to a positive COVID-19 test result. Keller was slated to be the Royals’ opening day starter, but will now have to wait to make his season debut.
In addition to Keller, the Royals will also be without pitchers Jake Junis and Scott Barlow for the start of the season. Junis is dealing with back issues, while Barlow is recovering from an illness that has kept him out of action.
While the absence of these three pitchers is certainly a blow to the Royals’ pitching depth, the team is confident in the rest of their roster and believes they have the talent to overcome these setbacks. Manager Mike Matheny has expressed his confidence in the team’s depth and the ability of other pitchers to step up in the absence of Keller, Junis, and Barlow.
The Royals will be facing off against the Texas Rangers in their season opener, and while it will be a challenge without three key pitchers, the team is ready to compete and will be looking to start the season off on a high note.
Fans will have to wait and see how the Royals perform without Keller, Junis, and Barlow in the lineup, but with a positive attitude and determination, the team is hoping to come out on top in their opening game and throughout the rest of the season.
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