Sam Long underwent a medical evaluation that showed just inflammation in his left elbow.

Fantasy Impact

Long was placed on the injured list on Sunday. He is scheduled to rest for five days before beginning next steps throwing again.

Sam Long (hand) is scheduled to make a bullpen appearance in Wednesday’s Cactus League game against the Mariners, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Long, 29, steps back in—his third spring outing, first since a March 3 line drive hit his left hand, causing swelling he shook off to resume throwing—still a solid bet for Kansas City’s Opening Day pen. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues can eye him; his relief role’s holding steady.

Sam Long threw a bullpen session Thursday, still dealing with swelling in his left hand after taking a line drive hit on Monday, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Long’s tests showed no fractures after the ball deflected off his pitching hand, but the lingering swelling might push back his next spring outing—putting his Opening Day readiness in jeopardy. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues eyeing him for relief depth should monitor this; a delay could dim his early value.

The Royals recalled Sam Long from Triple-A Omaha.

Fantasy Impact

Long has posted a 1.31 ERA over 20 2/3 innings in the minors this season. He figures to hold a role in the middle innings out of the bullpen for the Royals.

The Royals have selected the contract of Sam Long from Triple-A Omaha.

Fantasy Impact

Long has pitched well in Omaha, posting a 1.31 ERA in 20 2/3 innings pitched this season. He will provide depth in the Royals’ bullpen.