September 1, 2008 Royals reliever Ron Mahay has recovered from the plantar fascitis in his left foot, and is slated to be activated from the DL on Tuesday, according to the Kansas City Star.
Our View:Mahay has been solid in his relief role, with a 2.91 ERA. However, as a middle reliever, he holds little fantasy value.
August 23, 2008 As expected, Ron Mahay has officially been placed on the 15-day DL due to a case of plantar fascitis in his left foot, according to the KC Star. Kyle Davis took his place on the roster when recalled from Triple-A Omaha.
Our View:Mahay made just one brief appearance since August 6 due to his ailment, and his time on the DL will be backdated to start Aug. 16.
August 22, 2008 Royals reliever Ron Mahay will be put on the 15-day disabled list with plantar fascia, according to the Kansas City Star.
Our View:Mahay has been a solid performer in the bullpen for the Royals, though as with most middle relievers, his fantasy value is not high.
August 17, 2008 Ron Mahay is once again dealing his pain in his left foot, according to the KC Star. The reliever reported some day-after soreness in his left foot after pitching Friday for the first time since August 6. He was diagnosed with plantar fascia, which results in discomfort to the heel and bottom of the foot. He said, "It’s a little step back. I hope it’s only a little step. I’ve never had this before. I’m learning as I go with this."
Our View:As a result of the ailment, Mahay struggled against the Yankees Friday while walking two of three batters faced. This is unfavorable news for the Royals' bullpen, but he only holds fantasy value in leagues that use middle men.
August 12, 2008 Left-handed reliever Ron Mahay is still in the Royals' bullpen, but his availability isn't certain because of plantar fasciitis in his left foot, which causes pain in the heel, according to MLB.com.
Our View:Mahay hasn't pitched since last Wednesday. Hammered that day by the Boston Red Sox, Mahay finally yielded to the ailment which had bothered him on and off for some time. Mahay saw a specialist on Monday and says he feels better. He takes anti-inflammatories, ices the foot and does stretching exercises. On Tuesday, he did some throwing before batting practice. He tells the Royals how the foot feels just before the game so they can decide if he's available to pitch. If he's not back in action during this series, the Royals might opt to put him on the disabled list.
