March 12, 2026
Loftin (thumb) is
starting in left field and batting third in Thursday's Cactus League game against the Padres.
Analysis
Loftin has been sidelined the past couple days due to a jammed thumb, but he's ready to rejoin the lineup Thursday. The 27-year-old is expected to open 2026 in a reserve role for Kansas City after posting a .635 OPS in 67 regular-season games last year.