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Carlos Estevez: Royals not expected to have clear closer to start season
Royals manager Matt Quatraro said he’s not going to set defined bullpen roles at the beginning of the season.
Fantasy Impact
Quatraro added that Carlos Estevez will get plenty of opportunities to close games alongside Lucas Erceg. Estevez will still likely get more of the save chances to start the season.
Ari Koslow
J.D. Martinez expected to play in 2025 season
J.D. Martinez reportedly plans to continue playing in the 2025 season.
Fantasy Impact
The market has been quiet for Martinez this offseason. He’ll likely continue to serve as a primary designated hitter wherever he ends up.
Ari Koslow
Freddie Freeman (ankle) starts swinging, not running yet
Freddie Freeman told reporters he has resumed swinging, but he has not begun running since undergoing ankle surgery.
Fantasy Impact
Freeman underwent the procedure in December. He remains on track to be ready for the start of the season.
Ari Koslow
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