ANDREW BENINTENDI NEWS

Could be available off bench Friday Manager Mike Matheny said there's a chance Benintendi (shoulder) will be available off the bench Friday against the Cardinals, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact Benintendi is out of the lineup for the third straight contest Friday after straining his left shoulder in Tuesday's game against the White Sox. Matheny noted that the outfielder is still sore but feeling much better. Given that he could appear off the bench Friday, the 27-year-old figures to have a chance of returning to the starting nine Saturday.

AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Benintendi (shoulder) will sit for the third straight game Friday against the Cardinals.

Impact Benintendi hasn't played since leaving Tuesday's game against the White Sox with a strained left shoulder, though he's yet to be placed on the injured list. Hunter Dozier will be the left fielder Friday, with Emmanuel Rivera making a third straight start at third base.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out for another game Benintendi (shoulder) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the White Sox.

Impact He'll be sidelined for the second straight game with a left shoulder strain. Edward Olivares will slide over from right field to pick up a start in left in place of Benintendi, who is considered day-to-day heading into the Royals' weekend series in St. Louis.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kansas City Royals encouraged by Benintendi's progress but Kyle Zimmer goes on IL The latest on Andrew Benintendi’s injury status and Wednesday’s Kansas City Royals roster moves.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM

Not starting Wednesday Benintendi (shoulder) isn't starting Wednesday's game against the White Sox, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Impact Benintendi suffered a left shoulder strain in Tuesday's game against the White Sox, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench Wednesday. Hunter Dozier will start in right field while Emmanuel Rivera (wrist) returns to the lineup at third base.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shoulder strain Benintendi was diagnosed with a strained left shoulder after leaving Tuesday's game against the White Sox, Joel Goldberg of Bally Sports Kansas City reports.

Impact The 26-year-old sustained the injury while sliding into second base on a successful steal during the fourth inning. Benintendi should be considered day-to-day until the team updates his status.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with shoulder injury Benintendi was removed from Tuesday's game against the White Sox with an apparent left shoulder injury, Joel Goldberg of Bally Sports Kansas City reports.

Impact Benintendi suffered the injury during the fourth inning while sliding into second base on a successful steal, and he promptly left the field with an athletic trainer. The 27-year-old's shoulder was being supported by the trainer while leaving the field, so it wouldn't be surprising if he requires a trip to the injured list.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Benintendi is out of the lineup Thursday against the White Sox.

Impact Benintendi went 4-for-12 with a home run, a double and three runs across the last three games, but he'll take a seat with southpaw Carlos Rodon on the mound Thursday. Hunter Dozier will take over in left field while Hanser Alberto starts at third base.

JULY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Smacks 11th homer Benintendi went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 4-3 win over the White Sox.

Impact Monday's long ball was Benintendi's first in the second half of the season. He's slumped since play resumed after the All-Star break, hitting just .194 (6-for-31) in eight games, although three of his hits in that span have gone for extra bases. Overall, the 27-year-old outfielder is slashing .265/.314/.425 with 11 homers, 38 RBI, 39 runs scored and seven stolen bases.

JULY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting versus southpaw Benintendi is out of the lineup Sunday against the Tigers.

Impact Benintendi started the past 12 games, including three against left-handed starters, but he'll take a seat Sunday versus Detroit southpaw Tarik Skubal. The outfielder is 1-for-19 with a double, a walk, two RBI and four runs in his past five games. Jarrod Dyson will work in left field in his absence.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Homers, records three hits Benintendi went 3-for-5 with a home run, an additional RBI and an additional run scored in Saturday's loss against Cleveland.

Impact Benintendi was one of the Royals' top offensive performers in this loss, and the former Red Sox outfielder continues to make an impact at the plate on a steady basis. He is also riding a decent power surge after going yard in three of his last seven contests.

JULY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Smacks two-run homer Benintendi went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 7-6 win over Cincinnati.

Impact The outfielder sparked Kansas City's comeback win with his eighth-inning blast, which was his first hit since he returned from a fractured rib. Benintendi sat out Monday's game as manager Mike Matheny eases him back into the lineup. The 27-year-old is slashing .278/.333/.432 with nine homers, 33 RBI, 32 runs scored and seven stolen bases through 249 plate appearances.

JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Monday Benintendi is on the bench for Monday's series opener against the Reds.

Impact He sits just a day after being activated from the injured list and going 0-for-3 with a pair of strikeouts. Hunter Dozier will start in left field Monday, with Hanser Alberto filling in at third base.

JULY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kept quiet in return Benintendi (ribs) went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in Sunday's 6-2 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Benintendi missed three weeks with a fractured right rib. Now that he's healthy, he should work his way into an everyday role in left field. Benintendi is slashing .279/.336/.423 with eight home runs, 31 RBI, 31 runs scored and seven stolen bases through 244 plate appearances.

JULY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Benintendi returns to Kansas City Royals' lineup. Here's who got sent to Omaha Andrew Benintendi is back from a fractured rib and will play for the KC Royals Sunday. It’s the fourth time since the start of June that Edw...

JULY 4, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM

Returns from IL Benintendi (ribs) was activated from the 10-day injured list Sunday. He will bat second and play left field for the series finale against Minnesota.

Impact The outfielder has been on the injured list since June 14 with a fractured right rib, and he will make his return to the Kansas City lineup Sunday. Benintendi had gotten hot at the plate before getting injured, hitting .302 with five homers and 20 RBI in his last 27 games. Edward Olivares was optioned to Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Making solid progress in recovery Royals manager Mike Matheny said Monday that he received positive reports regarding Benintendi's recovery from a right rib fracture, and the outfielder could soon resume baseball a...

Impact Matheny noted that Benintendi has inquired about when he can resume rotational activity and light hitting, an indication that he's not experiencing recurring pain in his rib cage. The Royals have yet to formally outline a rehab program for Benintendi at this point, however, and the club could be inclined to err on the side of caution and hold the 26-year-old out through the All-Star break. Benintendi was hitting .283 with eight home runs, seven stolen bases, 31 runs and 31 RBI in 60 games before landing on the 10-day injured list June 14.

JUNE 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 29, 2021 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

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JUNE 14, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

Placed on injured list Benintendi was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right rib fracture Monday.

Impact Benintendi apparently sustained his injury while making a throw in Oakland, and he felt fine prior to Monday morning. However, he was diagnosed with a hairline fracture and will spend time on the injured list as a result. Edward Olivares could see playing time in left field after he was called up in a corresponding move.

JUNE 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Belts eighth home run Benintendi went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 6-3 loss against the Athletics.

Impact Benintendi slammed a solo home run off Chris Bassitt in the third inning Sunday. The 26-year-old is slashing .283/.340/.429, his best line since 2018. He has eight home runs, 31 RBI and 31 runs in 241 plate appearances. Half of his long balls this season have come in the first two weeks of June.

JUNE 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Launches seventh homer Benintendi went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Thursday's 6-1 win over Oakland.

Impact In the seventh inning, Benintendi got on with a single and came around to score on Hunter Dozier's RBI double. Benintendi added a solo shot in the eighth to pad Kansas City's lead. The outfielder's resurgent season continues, as he's posted a .288/.345/.428 slash line with seven home runs, 30 RBI, 29 runs scored and seven stolen bases across 229 plate appearances. He's trimmed his strikeout rate from 32.7 percent last year to 19.2 this season, which has likely played a role in his return to his usual level of production after an injury-plagued 2020.

JUNE 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox almost traded Andrew Benintendi to a different team before Royals deal The Boston Red Sox almost sent Andrew Benintendi south and to another league this offseason. When Red Sox fans looked out their windows thi...

JUNE 11, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM

Day off Tuesday Benintendi will sit Tuesday against the Angels.

Impact Benintendi finds himself on the bench for just the fifth time this season. He's bounced back nicely from a poor and injury-shortened 2020 season, hitting .289/.344/.418. Edward Olivares starts in left field in his absence.

JUNE 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

GM analyzes prospects from Benintendi deal The February trade that sent away Andrew Benintendi from the Red Sox might feel like ages ago, but it was only wrapped up this past week. Wi...

JUNE 6, 2021 • MLB.COM