Manager Ned Yost remained noncommittal on the Royals’ final roster decisions as the club concluded a two-game exhibition set against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park.
The team must set its 25-man roster for Opening Day on Sunday. Infielder Christian Colon and utilityman Whit Merrifield are still competing for a final bench spot. The rest appears to be falling into place. Infielder Cheslor Cuthbert will fill one bench slot. The Royals have also been leaning toward keeping Terrance Gore as a pinch-running specialist and extra outfielder. Reserve catcher Drew Butera will be the final member of the four-man bench.