SURPRISE, Ariz. -- For as much as Chris Young enjoyed his three seasons in Kansas City, he had a job to do Tuesday night. The veteran right-hander is eyeing a place in the Padres' rotation, and -- in a crowded race -- it's an audition every time he takes the mound.
Aside from Cheslor Cuthbert's third-inning solo homer, Young was very sharp in a 5-4 win over the Royals. He struck out four in three innings, allowing three hits and throwing 32 of his 47 pitches for strikes.
"Some great memories there, and seeing those guys, I appreciate what we've been through," said Young, who played an important role in Kansas City's 2015 title.