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Royals' Michael Wacha Placed on 15-Day IL with Foot Fracture

Kansas City pitcher Michael Wacha suffers a small, non-displaced fracture after being hit by a comebacker, sidelining him for at least two weeks.

  • Wacha was injured during Friday's game against the Padres but continued to pitch 5⅓ innings, allowing two runs.
  • Imaging revealed a small, non-displaced fracture in Wacha's left foot, his landing foot during pitches.
  • The Royals have called up left-hander Daniel Lynch IV from Triple-A Omaha to fill Wacha's spot in the rotation.
  • Lynch has a 1.50 ERA in three appearances this season and will be crucial during the Royals' challenging upcoming schedule.
  • The Royals are evaluating how long Wacha will be out, depending on his recovery and ability to bear weight on the injured foot.
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