Kyle Wright has been diagnosed with a mild right hamstring strain and will take a break from bullpen sessions, though he will continue throwing, per MLB.com. He is expected to avoid the mound for a couple of weeks as he recovers.

Fantasy Impact

The setback hampers Wright’s chances of winning the Royals’ fifth starter spot, especially with Alec Marsh also delayed by injury. Kris Bubic now appears to have the inside track for the final rotation spot. Wright has dealt with multiple injuries in recent seasons, making him a risky fantasy investment until he proves he can stay healthy.

Kyle Wright has his next bullpen session scheduled for Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Wright said he was pretty happy with his bullpen on Friday. His recovery appears to be on track as he works his way back from shoulder surgery.

Royals right-hander Kyle Wright is expected to have a normal spring training after missing the entire 2024 season following right shoulder surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Wright has yet to make his Royals debut following a trade from the Braves in the 2023 season. He worked to a dreadful 6.97 ERA in nine outings (seven starts) that season but also tossed a quality 3.19 ERA in 30 starts in 2022, going 21-5 in the process. If healthy, he could be a nice late-round pick in fantasy drafts this spring.

The Royals signed Kyle Wright to a one-year $1.8 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

The two sides were able to avoid arbitration. Wright missed all of last season following shoulder surgery in his first year with Kansas City. He'll compete for a role in the back-end of the Royals bullpen.

Kyle Wright (shoulder) has been placed on the 60-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

Wright underwent surgery to repair a torn capsule in his right shoulder and was already expected to the entire 2024 season. He'll look to compete for a spot in the Royals' rotation in 2025.