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Kris Bubic allowed one earned run on two hits and three walks while striking out four over six innings in Monday's 3-1 win over the Twins.
Fantasy Impact
Bubic was the beneficiary of some luck on Monday, allowing eight hard hits, but escaping with a .071 BABIP. The Twins started the bottom of the first with three batted balls over 95 mph, but only managed one hit and a player left on base. Fantasy managers will take the results, but will want to see weaker contact going forward. Bubic lines up to face the Brewers next time out.
Kris Bubic threw a live batting practice on Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Kris Bubic dealt with a rotator cuff strain in 2025 but appears to be fully healthy, as he has already thrown a live batting practice session and looked strong, according to Jaylon T. Thompson of The Kansas City Star. Bubic finished last season with a 2.55 ERA and 1.18 WHIP while recording 116 strikeouts across 116.1 innings, and he will look to build on that success with another strong campaign.
Royals left-hander Kris Bubic has won his arbitration hearing against the team.
Fantasy Impact
Bubic will earn $6.15 million in 2026 rather than the $5.15 million figure submitted by the Royals. The 28-year-old southpaw was excellent in 2025, posting a 2.55 ERA across 20 starts.
Kris Bubic's six-week scan in mid-September returned good news, as he is on track for a normal offseason.
Fantasy Impact
After his rotator cuff strain was determined to require extended rest rather than surgery, Bubic's six-week scan returned good news. This puts him on track for a normal offseason and means he will be ready for the start of the 2026 season.
The Royals transferred Kris Bubic to the 60-day injured list.
Fantasy Impact
The move opens up a roster spot for Kansas City. Bubic has been ruled out for the season.