Finnegan lasted only five innings Sunday against the Astros, allowing four runs on five hits and three walks, striking out just one batter while getting the loss.
Finnegan was pulled after throwing only 77 pitches, but his workload so far this season and the stressful pitches thrown Sunday were were cited as reasons for the early hook. Keep in mind that because he was used as a reliever by the Royals early in his pro career, Finnegan's workload will be monitored frequently throughout the course of this season.