Scouting Report: Kris Bryant
Colorado Rockies | DH
Overall
Summary
Kris Bubic, 28-year-old left-handed starting pitcher for the Kansas City Royals, was placed on the 10-day injured list on May 18, 2026, due to left elbow soreness. Bubic reported feeling more sore than normal after his start the previous week. This marks the fourth consecutive season Bubic has been placed on the IL. He previously underwent Tommy John surgery (2023-2024) and dealt with a strained left rotator cuff last season. However, Bubic characterized the current injury as "very mild in nature" and expressed optimism about a short stint on the IL, expecting to return within a few weeks. Through 9 starts in 2026, Bubic posted a 4.11 ERA, down from his strong 2025 season (2.55 ERA, 20 starts, All-Star selection). The Royals recalled right-handed pitcher Eli Morgan from Triple-A in a corresponding move.
Strengths
- Earned first All-Star selection in 2025 with 2.55 ERA
- Player and team optimistic about short IL stint (few weeks expected)
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