Brad Keller exits start with back injury

Brad Keller (SP - CWS)

Royals starting pitcher Brad Keller exited Sunday's game against the Blue Jays after just three innings of work. The team posted a tweet announcing that Keller was dealing with back tightness and was removed from the contest "as a precaution." (Kansas City Royals on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact
Keller was struggling on Sunday as he allowed three runs on seven hits over three innings of work. On a more positive note, he logged three strikeouts and had not walked anyone in his short outing. Keller was hit with the loss as the Royals fell to Toronto by a score of 5-1. He's now 7-10 in 2021.