Joakim Soria To Start?

The Royals could use some pitching, but general manager Dayton Moore said in an MLB.com on-line chat that there are no immediate plans to make closer Joakim Soria a starter.

"In considering Soria as a starter, long-term health is the most important criteria in making that move," Soria said.

I think this would be a terrible move for a couple reasons. 1. He will destroy his arm if he moves to the starting rotation. 2. He is already an all-star closer so why fuck with that.

I really believe the Royals are an up and coming team and they will be a lot better with Soria as the anchor of the bullpen.

Joakim Soria To DL

According to MLB.com, the Royals have placed closer Joakim Soria on the 15-day DL due to lingering soreness in his right shoulder. It was not immediately known how long Soria would be out for. Luke Hochevar was called up from Triple-A to take Soria's place on the roster.

For the most part this is a precautionary measure they are taking with their young closer. Juan Cruz will take over the roll in Soria's absence. This won't be a huge hit to anyone, except for people who own Soria on their fantasy team, because closers are easily replaceable.