PT TOMORROW: AL Central—Soria still a saves sleeper

Kansas City Royals

The Royals tried to shore up their pen by acquiring Brandon Maurer (RHP, KC) and Ryan Buchter (LHP, KC). However, each have their concerns (Maurer prone to the big inning, Buchter with May walk problems), and Kelvin Herrera (RHP, KC) has been going through a skills slump (54% FpK%, 5.0 Ctl, 4.34 xERA) over the last month.

Joakim Soria (RHP, KC; pictured above) began 2017 with five BB and a blown save in his first five outings. He was able to counter that with eight K and two hits in six IP, ending up with no ER. Since April 18, he's allowed just nine BB in 36 IP while maintaining an 11.5 Dom and 13% SwK%. The former closer recorded a 4.22 ERA between May 1 and June 28, but he was hampered by a 41% h% that wiped out a...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Tomorrow

After a rough start to the season Matt McLain is looking more like his 2023 self in June
Jun 21 2025 3:12am
Edgar Quero and Kyle Teel are sharing time behind the plate, Walker Jenkins back at Double-A, and more from around the division.
Jun 20 2025 3:09am
Freeman earning regular playing time in COL; McCarthy hitting well at Triple-A for ARI; Devers trade fallout in SF; and LA and SD rotation updates
Jun 19 2025 8:52am
Could Kameron Misner's role in Tampa Bay's outfield be in danger with the impending return of Richie Palacios? Plus, the downstream effects of the Rafael Devers trade, and more.
Jun 18 2025 3:11am
With the Mets encountering a few bumps, Manaea and other SPs will be called upon to help even things out. Plus: 3B in MIA and PHI; DH in WAS; RF in ATL; more.
Jun 16 2025 3:05am

Tools