The Royals made a roster move before Wednesday’s game against the Yankees, placing starting pitcher Nathan Karns on the 10-day disabled list to clear space for the return of outfielder Alex Gordon from three-day paternity leave.
The Royals say Karns’ DL stint is retroactive to May 21, so that would push his return to Wednesday, May 31.
Miguel Almonte, a 24-year-old right-hander from the Dominican Republic, will make his first major-league start Thursday when the Royals conclude a four-game series at Yankee Stadium. Almonte made his major-league debut in September 2015, making nine appearances out of the bullpen.