Kennedy was removed from Thursday's start with a right medial hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated Friday, Rustin Dodd of The Kansas City Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Prior to exiting partway through the fifth inning, Kennedy had allowed five runs (four earned) on six hits and a walk while striking out three. The right-hander had been solid for the Royals prior to this issue, so it's a tough blow for a squad already going through its fair share of struggles. Kennedy's availability for his next start Tuesday against the Rays is unclear at the moment, but more details on that front should emerge once he's examined by team doctors Friday.