The Royals announced they have placed outfielder Dairon Blanco on the 10-day Injured List ahead of their series this week with the Brewers and have called up shortstop Tyler Tolbert. Blanco, who has appeared in all three games so far as a substitute, has been diagnosed with right Achilles tendinopathy, an injury he dealt with in spring training.
Tolbert brings the same kind of blazing speed Blanco was known for, stealing 158 bases over the last three seasons, including a perfect 60-fo-60 season in Quad Cities in 2022. His primary position is shortstop, but he is capable of playing second and the outfield.