Royals' Hunter Dozier leaves Monday's game with back spasms

Kansas City Royals infielder Hunter Dozier left Monday's game early with back spasms.

What It Means:

Dozier was starting at DH due to back stiffness and it appears the injury flared up during the game. Despite the ailment, Dozier went 2-for-2 with a walk and a solo homer on Monday.

Dozier went into Monday's game slashing .304/.410/.623 with 6 homers and 11 RBI in 83 plate appearances this season.