Royals scratch Salvador Perez with left elbow soreness before matchup

The Kansas City Royals have scratched Salvador Perez from Thursday’s lineup due to left elbow soreness. Manager Matt Quatraro indicated the decision was made as a precaution while the team seeks further evaluation of Perez's condition after he reported pain. Kansas City selected Maile’s contract from Triple-A Omaha to add depth at catcher. This season, Perez has struggled offensively, holding a.201 batting average, prompting discussions about potentially reducing his workload behind the plate. Meanwhile, Jensen is expected to take over most catching duties during Perez's absence, with further assessments scheduled following the team's day off on Friday.

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