ZACK GREINKE NEWS

Being evaluated for forearm injury Greinke is being evaluated for a forearm/flexor injury following Sunday's start against the Twins, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Impact Greinke struggled during Sunday's outing, as he allowed five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out three in four innings to take the loss. The right-hander said after the game that he felt "sore and tight" and also said that his stuff hasn't felt as sharp lately. Greinke will be examined by trainers to determine the severity of his injury, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to make his next start. If he's cleared to pitch, he tentatively lines up to start at home against the Astros on Saturday.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sonny Gray and Zack Greinke hurt as Twins beat Royals 7-3

Minnesota’s Sonny Gray and Kansas City’s Zack Greinke left Sunday’s game with injuries, leaving their teams to wonder how much time each will miss

MAY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roughed up in loss Greinke (0-4) took the loss, allowing five runs on six hits and two walks while striking out three in four innings of a 7-3 defeat Sunday in Minnesota.

Impact Greinke was tagged for three homers Sunday, a three-run shot by Gio Urshela in the third and back-to-back solo shots by Nick Gordon and Trevor Larnach to begin the fourth. The veteran had allowed only two home runs in his first eight starts, spanning 44 innings, but has allowed five homers over his last 7.2 innings. He's struggled mightily of late, allowing 21 runs (19 earned) in 18 innings and raising his ERA from 2.67 to 5.05 over his last four starts. He'll look to bounce back in his next start, likely next weekend against Houston.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Royals' Zack Greinke talks about his start against the Arizona Diamondbacks Kansas City Royals pitcher Zack Greinke talks to reporters after his start against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on May 24, 2022....

MAY 24, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Blown up by former club Greinke (0-3) took the loss against Arizona on Monday, pitching 3.2 innings and allowing seven runs on five hits and four walks while striking out five.

Impact In stark contract to most of his outings this season, Greinke received plenty of run support in the contest, as Kansas City exploded out of the gate with four first-inning runs. However, the veteran gave three runs back in the bottom of the frame and ended up being charged with a season-high seven earned runs while failing to escape the fourth inning. Greinke struggled with both his control and command in the outing, doubling his season total with four walks and serving up a pair of long balls. Curiously, he also registered a season-high five strikeouts and induced 11 swinging strikes. Greinke's ERA rose from 3.48 to 4.53 as a result of the poor outing. He'll look to get back on track in his next start, which is scheduled to come in Minnesota this weekend.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Smith, Walker homers spoil Greinke's return to Arizona, 9-5

Christian Walker and Pavin Smith homered and Ketel Marte’s two-run double broke a fourth-inning tie when Arizona beat Kansas City 9-5 in Zack Greinke’s return to Chase Field

MAY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kansas City Royals veteran Zack Greinke praises rookie MJ Melendez's work at catcher Royals rookie MJ Melendez was so thrilled to get a compliment from Zack Greinke that he shared his excitement in a text to his father after...

MAY 19, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Narrowly misses first win Greinke didn't factor into the decision during Wednesday's 6-2 victory over the White Sox, allowing two runs on seven hits and one walk with four strikeouts in 5.2 innings.

Impact Greinke scattered his baserunners evenly across the 5.2 frames and let in a run during the second and fifth innings, but he departed before finishing the sixth and would have been victorious had he completed the inning. The 38-year-old has been solid at preventing runs with a 3.48 ERA and no more than three runs surrendered in all starts except one, but he lacks upside with only 18 strikeouts in 44 innings. He projects for a start against Arizona early next week.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Witt homers off Giolito, Melendez connects as KC tops Chisox

Bobby Witt Jr. and MJ Melendez homered and fellow rookie Emmanuel Rivera hit a go-ahead triple, leading the Kansas City Royals over the Chicago White Sox 6-2

MAY 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Narrowly misses first win Greinke didn't factor into the decision during Friday's 14-10 win over Colorado, allowing seven runs (five earned) on eight hits with four strikeouts in 4.2 innings.

Impact Greinke struggled in the second and fifth innings, permitting three runs on three hits in the second and four more runs on four hits in the fifth which prompted his removal. The seven total runs Friday approach the 38-year-old's mark of 10 through his first six starts, though the one Brightside is he tossed a season-high 101 pitches. He'll have another opportunity to go for his first win next week against the White Sox.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Allows 10 hits Sunday Greinke allowed two runs on 10 hits and no walks while striking out three in 5.2 innings during the win over the Orioles in the first game of Sunday's doubleheader. He didn't facto...

Impact Greinke was unable to record a third consecutive quality start Sunday, but he was still relatively effective at limiting runs considering he gave up 10 hits. The right-hander's control wasn't a major issue, as he threw 64 of his 93 pitches for strikes. Greinke hasn't allowed more than three runs in any of his starts this year, and he's posted a 2.67 ERA and 1.10 WHIP in 33.2 innings. He projects to make his next start on the road against Colorado on Saturday.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

There's no one like this pitcher in today's game There's quite literally no one else like Zack Greinke in today's game, at least from a statistical standpoint. In an era when so much focu...

MAY 8, 2022 • MLB.COM

Matheny: Lack of Run Support for Zack Greinke Is 'a Shame' The Kansas City Royals’ offense didn’t support Zack Greinke against the St. Louis Cardinals, and manager Mike Matheny is disappointed in the...

MAY 3, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Tough-luck loss Greinke (0-2) picked up the loss Monday after pitching six innings, surrendering one run on three hits while striking out one batter against the Cardinals.

Impact Greinke was very effective in this one, limiting the Cardinals to just three baserunners, a season low for him. The only blemish on his line came with one out in the bottom of the first inning, when Paul Goldschmidt took him deep for a solo shot. Greinke has now rattled off five straight starts to open the season where he has allowed three runs or less. He also has posted two consecutive quality starts. He will not offer very much in the strikeout department with seven total on the year, but his 2.57 ERA and 0.96 WHIP suggest that he should be in line to start picking up some wins sooner rather than later.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kansas City Royals waste Zack Greinke's strong start in second shutout loss in three days Zack Greinke allowed one run in six innings, helped by an amazing Michael A. Taylor catch, but took the loss

MAY 2, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Turns in quality start Greinke allowed three earned runs on five hits and no walks while striking out four across six innings Wednesday against the White Sox. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Greinke allowed an earned run in each of the third, fourth and fifth innings, though he still managed to turn in a baseline quality start. He has been extremely reliant upon soft contact to begin the season, as he has only six total strikeouts across 22 innings. While Greinke's fortunes could change quickly as a result, he's maintained a 2.86 ERA and has allowed two or fewer earned runs in three of his four appearances to this point in the campaign.

APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

How Red Sox announcer Mike Monaco went from NESN intern known as 'Zack Greinke' to play-by-play man in 10 years Monaco also holds a full-time role at ESPN calling a variety of sports.

APRIL 26, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Royals' Zack Greinke and Nicky Lopez on loss to Twins Kansas City Royals pitcher Zack Greinke and second baseman Nicky Lopez speak to reporters following a series-ending loss to the Minnesota Tw...

APRIL 22, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Takes loss despite solid effort Greinke (0-1) took the loss after allowing one run on six hits across five innings during Thursday's 1-0 loss to the Twins. He struck one and walked one.

Impact Greinke scattered six hits and one walk thanks to three double-play ground balls. The veteran continues to pitch well, but he's registered just two strikeouts across 16 innings, which hinders his overall fantasy potential. The 38-year-old's next start is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, April 27.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kansas City Royals' Zack Greinke on 'tough' outing against Tigers Kansas City Royals pitcher Zack Greinke discussed his start against the Detroit Tigers at Kauffman Stadium on April 14, 2022. He allowed two...

APRIL 15, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Zack Greinke finds way to keep KC Royals in game against Tigers despite command issues Starting pitcher Zack Greinke allowed two runs in 5 1/3 innings but did not factor into the decision Thursday night against Detroit.

APRIL 15, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Limits damage in no-decision Greinke allowed two runs on five hits and one walk in 5.1 innings, striking out none in a 4-2 loss Thursday against Detroit. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Other than allowing the first four batters to reach safely in the second inning, Greinke pitched well and induced two double-play ground balls. The 38-year-old has managed to allow only three runs despite having just one strikeout in 11 innings on the season. His next start will likely be next Wednesday against Minnesota.

APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Royals-Cardinals postponed Wednesday Greinke and the Royals won't face the Cardinals on Wednesday after the game was postponed due to inclement weather in St. Louis, Lynn Worthy of The Kansas City Star reports.

Impact The two teams will make up the interleague game May 2. As a result of Wednesday's postponement, the Royals will most likely push each of their five starters back a day in the schedule. Greinke is thus expected to make his next start Thursday versus the Tigers in Kansas City.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strong outing Opening Day Greinke allowed one run on five hits across 5.2 innings but did not factor into the decision Thursday against the Guardians. He walked one and struck out one.

Impact Greinke signed a one-year, $13 million deal with Kansas City this offseason, returning to the team that drafted him in 2002. The veteran was solid in his first appearance of the season, but fantasy managers likely need more strikeout production from a player of Greinke's caliber. While plenty of pitchers around the league will be limited during the first weekend of the 2022 campaign, it appears like Greinke is stretched out and 100 percent to start the year, as he threw 84 pitches (56 strikes).

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE