Royals place All-Star 3B Maikel Garcia (hand) on 10-day injured list

The Royals have sidelined All-Star third baseman Maikel Garcia due to a muscle strain in his left hand, placing him on the 10-day injured list. This move comes as a significant blow to the team's lineup, as Garcia's offensive and defensive contributions have been pivotal. With the team already dealing with injuries to other key players, Garcia's absence could impact their performance and standings in the competitive league. The hand injury is expected to sideline him for about two weeks, raising questions about how the team will adjust their strategy in his absence.