Jakob Junis had been on the 10-day disabled list since July 8 with inflammation in his lower back. The righty started for the Kansas City Royals Saturday against the Minnesota Twins, shortly after being reactivated.
Before hitting the disabled list, Junis had pitched 101.2 innings. He tallied 92 strikeouts, 28 walks, and an ERA of 5.13 through his appearances before the injury.
He started Saturday, just after being reactivated from the disabled list. Junis pitched four innings, giving up four hits, one run, walking two batters, and striking out six.
Enny Romero waived
With Jakob Junis being reactivated, someone had to be the odd man out.