Royals' Stephen Kolek Diagnosed With Oblique Strain
Kansas City Royals pitcher Stephen Kolek suffered a Grade 1+ oblique strain, requiring one week shutdown with uncertain availability for Opening Day one month away.
Multiple key MLB players have suffered significant injuries or declines, creating broad roster uncertainty and pessimism about team health and performance prospects.
Astros' Brandon Walter, John Rooney To Undergo Elbow Surgery
Astros left-handers Brandon Walter and John Rooney will have season-ending elbow surgery; Spencer Arrighetti is seeking a second medical opinion on his elbow.