Gunnar Henderson rejoins Orioles lineup against Royals

The Baltimore Orioles have reinstated shortstop Gunnar Henderson from the injured list after he recovered from a right intercostal strain, with his return expected to significantly boost the team's offense. Henderson, who was fourth in the AL MVP voting last year, performed well during his rehab stint in Triple-A, and is slated to play in a key series against the Kansas City Royals. His return poses a dilemma for the Orioles as Jackson Holliday, who filled in admirably at shortstop, may need to transition to second base, a position where he struggled previously. Manager Brandon Hyde expressed optimism about Henderson's return, noting that he feels great and is ready to contribute. While the team is eager to have Henderson back, they are also cautious about his playing schedule to avoid re-injury. As the Orioles navigate this roster change, they aim to regain momentum after recent losses.