Kyle Wright Begins Rehab Assignment with Royals' Affiliate

Former Atlanta Braves pitcher Kyle Wright has begun a rehab assignment with the Kansas City Royals' Double-A affiliate, the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, marking his first official outing since September 2023. Wright, who was traded from Atlanta to Kansas City after an injury-plagued 2023 season, expressed excitement about returning to competitive play and emphasized the importance of regaining his health and reliability. Wright's 2022 season was a breakout, with a 21-5 record and a 3.19 ERA, but shoulder issues limited his appearances in 2023. Royals manager Matt Quatraro highlighted Wright's potential impact, calling him an 'elite pitcher' whose experience could provide a significant boost to the team if he returns to form.