Sparkman (5.06 ERA in 16 innings) actually made his MLB debut with Toronto last year after they scooped him up from the Royals in the 2016 Rule 5 Draft. The right-hander from Ganado, Texas pitched relief in two games of a series against the Boston Red Sox; Sparkman struggled both times, giving up a total of nine hits and seven earned runs over one combined inning of work. His eight relief appearances with Kansas City this year have been better overall, but still shaky for the most part.
The Jays have gotten mixed results from Gaviglio (4.86 ERA) since acquiring him from Kansas City in March for cash considerations. He’s down 3.28 units on a team record of 6-10, although Toronto’s weak bullpen and batting order share the blame for their struggles. Ten of Gaviglio’s 16 starts thus far have resulted in a “no decision” on the scorecards.
MLB Odds: Jays Face Royals at Kauffman Stadium
The Kansas City Royals (36-83, minus-31.69 betting units) have been the perfect fade this year, as they tank their way through the 2018 campaign. They’ll send another debutant to the hill this Thursday when Glenn Sparkman makes his first MLB start opposite Sam Gaviglio and the Toronto Blue Jays (54-65, minus-9.21 units). First pitch is at 8:15 PM ET on Sportsnet.
Sparkman, who pitched one combined inning of poor relief for the Blue Jays last year, will be thrust into the spotlight after 16 mediocre innings in the Royals bullpen, where he posted a 5.06 ERA.
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