An examination of Nathan Karns’ ailing right forearm revealed no muscle strains or serious damage, yet the starting pitcher could still face a trip to the 10-day disabled list.
Karns underwent tests on his arm on Saturday after experiencing lingering stiffness on the top of his arm during a start at Target Field on Friday. He left after throwing 72 pitches in five innings.
The tests on Saturday revealed some tightness and fluid near the elbow, Royals manager Ned Yost said. Karns was scheduled to see a doctor again on Sunday.
“We’ll see what everyone feels comfortable with and go from there,” Karns told The Star.