AL Central: Royals move Scott Alexander to the DL

Scott Alexander is the casualty of the day, heading to the 10-day disabled list for the Royals after suffering a hamstring injury. This is a hearty blow to Kanas City’s bullpen depth. Alexander has been one of the most reliable arms the Royals have this season, earning a 1.26 ERA over 14 ¹⁄₃ innings.

To replace the 27-year old in the meantime, the Royals have called up middle reliever Jake Junis. Over four starts, Junis posted a 3.52 ERA while pitching in Triple-A Omaha.

While it’s unclear if there’s the potential of a more severe problem in Alexander’s future, for now the Royals will only have to be without him for just a cup of coffee. Alexander will be eligible to return to Kansas City on May 18th.

Here’s what else is happening in the American League Central:

• MLB upholds Miguel Sano’s stupid one-day suspension.
• Ever wonder what was happening for the Chicago White Sox about 100 year ago? Now you no longer have to wonder.
• The Tigers have officially named Justin Wilson their closer.
• So...what’s poppin’ with Mike Clevinger?
• The Twins have designated Michael Tonkin for assignment.
• Is there still potential for David Robertson to be traded to Washington?
• Detroit pitcher Shane Greene is low key dominating.
• Cleveland has recalled Yandy Diaz.
• Missing: Lorenzo Cain’s power.
• Here’s a take hotter than the sun: Joe Mauer is the absolute worst.
• Chicago places Nate Jones on the DL and call up David Holmberg.
• The MLB draft is an exciting time for literally everyone but Tigers fans.
• Jose Ramirez using this virtual reality headset is everything good and joyful pure in the world and you should watch it right now.
• Jorge Soler has been activated from his rehab assignment.