Duffy struck out one in a perfect inning during Friday's 9-4 loss to Texas.

EDGE Analysis

It was curious to see the southpaw pitch just two days after his start versus the Yankees on Wednesday, especially since he sidelined for a month with a forearm flexor strain. For Duffy's part, he held his own, throwing 11 of his 15 pitches for strikes in Friday's relief outing. He owns a 1.81 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 53:15 K:BB across in nine appearances across 44.2 innings. It's unclear what effect this will have on Kansas City's rotation. Duffy was projected to pitch versus Boston early next week -- if manager Mike Matheny wants to keep him on regular rest, a bullpen day may be in the cards.

Duffy (forearm) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Wednesday's start against the Yankees.

EDGE Analysis

Duffy hasn't started since May 12, but he'll return to game action with an undisclosed pitch count Wednesday. The southpaw didn't make any rehab appearances during his time on the injured list but checked out fine after he threw a 40-pitch bullpen session Friday. Right-hander Jackson Kowar was optioned to Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move.

Duffy (forearm) will be limited to an undisclosed pitch count in Wednesday's start against the Yankees, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Wednesday will essentially serve as a first rehab start for Duffy, but of course he draws a tougher matchup in the Yankees than any Triple-A lineup could offer. It figures to be a few outings before the lefty, who lasted at least five innings in each of his starts before the injury, returns to his normal innings-load.

Duffy (forearm) will be activated to start Wednesday's game against the Yankees, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

A left forearm flexor strain has sidelined the lefty since his May 12 start, but he's finally ready to return from the 10-day injured list. Considering the initial fears of a long-term absence, Duffy's missing just over a month was a pretty lucky outcome for the ace, who has a 1.94 ERA through 41.2 innings this season. He last faced the Yankees in 2019, allowing one earned run and striking out four over six innings.

Duffy (forearm) checked out fine after his 40-pitch bullpen session Friday and could be ready to return from the 10-day injured list at some point during the Royals' upcoming road trip, which runs from June 22 to July 1, Lynn Worthy of The Kansas City Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Duffy has been on the shelf since May 17 with a left forearm strain, so he'll most likely need to make a rehab start in the minors or throw one extended simulated game before the Royals sign off on his return from the injured list. Before sustaining the injury, Duffy was off to a fantastic start to the season, submitting a 1.94 ERA to go with a career-best 28.2 percent strikeout rate through seven outings.

Manager Mike Matheny said that Duffy (forearm) will throw another live session Friday and could return to the rotation at some point during the team's upcoming three-city road trip, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Duffy has been sidelined since mid-May with a forearm flexor strain. He was able to resume throwing at the end of May and has continued to have a smooth recovery to this point. It's unclear if he'll require a rehab outing before rejoining the rotation, but Matheny's update indicates that the southpaw has a strong chance of being activated by the end of the month.

Duffy (forearm) has been throwing from 90 feet, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Duffy has thrown with "some intensity" from that distance, an encouraging sign according to manager Mike Matheny. The lefty likely remains at least a couple weeks from returning to the Royals, assuming he'll require a rehab assignment to work his way back into starter's shape.

Royals manager Mike Matheny said Thursday that Duffy (forearm) is still resting, Lynn Worthy of The Kansas City Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Duffy has been on the injured list since May 17 due to a left forearm flexor strain, and he hasn't made much progress in his recovery so far. While Duffy appears to have avoided a serious injury, he's been brought along slowly to prevent a more long-term issue. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to resume throwing.

Duffy (forearm) will rest his arm for about five days before reassessing when he might be able to return, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The lefty had initially feared a more severe injury and an extended absence, so the news is a promising sign for Duffy and the Royals. There's no guarantee Duffy stays on the injured list for the minimum 10 days, but it does appear he'll be returning to action sooner rather than later.

Duffy was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left forearm flexor strain Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Duffy had been having an excellent season, riding a career-best 28.2 percent strikeout rate to a 1.94 ERA while showcasing his highest velocity (averaging 93.7 mph on his fastball) since 2016. The transaction was backdated three days, so he'll be eligible to return in a week, but that appears highly unlikely given the nature of his injury. Forearm issues can sometimes be the first sign of a very serious injury, though it's unclear if that's the case for Duffy. Kris Bubic will enter the rotation in his absence and will start Tuesday against the Brewers.