SURPRISE, Ariz.
In the final weeks before opening day, the Royals must finalize their pitching staff and set their starting rotation. Manager Ned Yost said Tuesday that an early-season scheduling quirk could factor into the decision-making process.
The Royals’ April schedule includes three off days during the first week, including a day off following the season opener against the New York Mets on April 3 and two days off following the second game April 5. As a result, Yost said the club has had internal discussions about using a four-man rotation during the first turn through the rotation.