Manager Ned Yost hosted his nightly media scrum in the Royals’ dugout prior to tonight’s I-70 Series finale against the Cardinals.
Brad Keller will start for the Royals this evening, and he entered tonight second in the Majors with 20 double plays induced, while his 15 home runs allowed are tied for seventh fewest. Ned attributed this to the fact that Keller throws a heavy sinker that is difficult for hitters to elevate, almost as if you’re trying to hit a bowling ball. Keller continues to grow and develop, and Ned said he’s seen improvement in Keller’s ability to execute pitches and command his secondary stuff.