Ryan Bergert

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.

The Kansas City Royals placed Ryan Bergert on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with a right elbow strain.

Fantasy Impact

After suffering an injury during a bullpen session on Wednesday, Bergert has been placed on the injured list and will miss the remainder of the season. To fill his spot on the roster, the Royals recalled Luinder Avila from Triple-A Omaha.

Ryan Bergert felt tightness in his forearm during a bullpen session on Wednesday, and according to Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro, he will likely be placed on the 15-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

If Bergert lands on the injured list, he will not be able to return during the regular season. A potential corresponding move for his placement on the injured list was not provided.