Heading into Spring Training, Bubba Starling was a longshot to break camp with the Kansas City Royals. Although there was a void in right field, Starling had only spent part of a season above A-ball, and had one season of minor league success. His invitation to the major league side of camp was a reward for that performance, and a chance for him to see how players like Alex Gordon and Eric Hosmer prepare on a day to day basis.
The expected outcome of Starling’s Spring Training came on Monday, as he was optioned to the minors.