Ryan Bergert

Ryan Bergert underwent Tommy John surgery on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Bergert will miss the rest of this season and potentially a good part of next year. He was pulled from a start in Triple-A earlier in April.

Ryan Bergert is seeking a second opinion on his shoulder injury next week.

Fantasy Impact

Bergert exited his start early in Triple-A earlier in April. There should be an update provided on his status by the end of April.

Royals’ manager Matt Quatraro told reporters Ryan Bergert is being re-evaluated for a right elbow injury.

Fantasy Impact

Bergert exited his start at Triple-A Omaha on Tuesday. There should be an update on his status in the coming days.

Righthander Ryan Bergert has been optioned to Triple-A Omaha by the Kansas City Royals.

Fantasy Impact

Bergert appeared in the majors for the first time last season and started 15 games between San Diego and Kansas City. He posted a respectable 3.66 ERA and a 1.26 WHIP in 76.1 innings with a 73:35 K:BB ratio. However, his numbers declined after arriving in Kansas City as he pitched to a 4.43 ERA in eight starts with the Royals. He also struggled this spring, posting a 6.52 ERA in 9.2 innings while serving up an alarming five home runs. Bergert will be a call-up candidate should the Royals need a replacement in the rotation.

Ryan Bergert has been named the Royals starter for Saturday's Cactus League game against the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Bergert finished last season on the injured list with an elbow strain. He is expected to compete for a rotation spot this spring.