Royals hold Witt Jr. (Grade 1 MCL sprain) out of lineup vs. Cardinals (opens original article in a new tab)

Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. was held out of the lineup against the Cardinals due to a Grade 1 MCL sprain, with the team monitoring his condition after he left Thursday's game with knee discomfort.

• Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. was excluded from the lineup against the Cardinals due to a Grade 1 MCL sprain.
• Witt left Thursday's game with right knee discomfort and was seen in pain after a play.
• The team will assess his condition on Sunday after an off-day on Saturday.