Brian Bannister may find himself on the outside looking in if he doesn’t start to show signs of improvement.  Bannister gave up four runs on five hits including a home run to Alfonso Soriano in the Royals 9-1 loss to the Cubs.

Bannister also walked two batters and this spring Bannister’s ERA is 6.75.  In three games, Bannister has pitched 8 innings and has given up six runs on eight hits and three walks. 

Luke Hochevar gave up a home run as well.  Kyle Farnsworth pitched the 9th inning
and gave up three runs against his former team.  Mitch Maier drove in the Royals
only run with a two out hit in the third.