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New Royals closer Carlos Estévez to make spring training debut after dealing with back tightness

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SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — New Kansas City Royals closer Carlos Estévez is to make his spring training debut on Friday after throwing live batting practice this week.

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SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — New Kansas City Royals closer Carlos Estévez is to make his spring training debut on Friday after throwing live batting practice this week.

Estévez had been bothered by lower back tightness, but Royals manager Matt Quatraro said a live bullpen session on Tuesday went well, clearing the way for Estévez to pitch against the Los Angeles Angels.

The 32-year-old Estévez signed a $22 million, two-year contract with the Royals after going 4-5 with a 2.45 ERA and 26 saves in 31 chances over 54 appearances with the Angels and Philadelphia Phillies, who acquired him in July.

FILE - This is a 2025 photo of relief pitcher Carlos Estevez of the Kansas City Royals baseball team. This image reflects the Kansas City Royals active roster as of Feb. 19, 2025, when this image was taken. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, file)
FILE - This is a 2025 photo of relief pitcher Carlos Estevez of the Kansas City Royals baseball team. This image reflects the Kansas City Royals active roster as of Feb. 19, 2025, when this image was taken. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, file)

Estévez was an All-Star with the Angels two years ago, going 5-5 with a 3.90 ERA in 63 appearances. He’s expected to be ready for opening day, barring setbacks.

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