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Seth Lugo scratched from Saturday start, Noah Cameron “most likely” to start

Noah Cameron was near perfect in his first MLB start. He may get another chance this weekend.

The Royals announced that starting pitcher Seth Lugo will be skipped for his Saturday start against the Cardinals due to inflammation in his right middle finger. According to MLB.com reporter Jackson Stone, Cameron is “most likely” to get the start.

Seth Lugo is dealing with inflammation in his right middle finger.

Royals manager Matt Quatraro said they will skip his start tomorrow, and that Noah Cameron will “most likely” get the start instead.— Jackson Stone (@Jackson_Stoneee) May 16, 2025

Lugo gave up three runs in six innings in a loss to the Red Sox on Sunday.