Nelson Velazquez (calf) is back in right field and hitting cleanup for Friday’s spring game against the Angels, per team updates, after exiting Wednesday with calf cramps.

Fantasy Impact

Velazquez, sidelined briefly by calf cramps, resumes play Friday but struggles with a 2-for-16 spring mark over eight games. His Opening Day roster spot remains shaky, limiting his fantasy appeal to deeper leagues for now.

Nelson Velázquez left Wednesday’s Cactus League game against the Mariners due to a calf cramp, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Fantasy Impact

Manager Matt Quatraro downplayed the severity of Velázquez’s injury, suggesting it shouldn't keep him sidelined for long. The 26-year-old has struggled at the plate this spring, going just 2-for-16 with two runs scored over eight games. He remains in the mix for a key role in the Royals’ outfield heading into the regular season.

The Royals have optioned Nelson Velazquez to Triple-A Omaha.

Fantasy Impact

Velazquez has struggled as of late, hitting just .122 with six RBI in his last 15 games. He will look to find his swing in Triple-A.

Nelson Velazquez is out of the starting lineup for the Royals Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Velazquez will head to the bench for a day of rest, with Salvador Perez moving to DH and hitting fourth against the Mariners.

Nelson Velazquez went 1-for-4 with two RBI and two runs scored in the Royals' 10-9 win over the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact

While his batting average for the season remains a modest .216, Velazquez's ability to drive in runs and score himself was crucial in the tightly contested game. His season totals now include 25 RBI and 28 runs scored in 53 games, reflecting some level of productivity despite a high strikeout rate of .289. Velazquez's performance in clutch situations, like this game, might make him a situational pick in deeper fantasy leagues, but his overall inconsistency at the plate suggests caution for standard league players.