Zack Greinke Offers Unenthusiastic Response About Starting Opening Day for Royals

The 38-year-old pitcher will start for the Royals next week, 12 years after his last start for the team.

Zack Greinke joined the Royals this season after originally playing for them from 2004—10.

The six-time All-Star was named the Opening Day starting pitcher for the Royals on Thursday, April 7 against the Guardians. Greinke last started on Opening Day for Kansas City back in 2010.

Normally, a pitcher would be quite excited to be named the starting pitcher on Opening Day. But, when asked about his reaction to being named the starting pitcher on Opening Day, Greinke didn’t express much emotion.

“Uh,” Greinke paused. “Probably the same as my reaction right now.”

The pitcher kept a straight face during his answer and spoke with a monotone voice.

Opening Day is one week from today! LFG! #Royals pic.twitter.com/mTwMkRnsz9

— Josh Vernier (@JoshVernier610) March 31, 2022

The clip of the 38-year-old has since gone viral with fans loving Greinke’s lack of enthusiasm. 

Some fans and reporters commented on the pitcher’s answer, poking fun at Greinke for being so stoic.

Zack Greinke is a man of many words pic.twitter.com/HvjSy2bk0w

— Barstool Baseball (@StoolBaseball) March 31, 2022

Zack Greinke on the birth of his child. pic.twitter.com/2xFiixinM8

— Ryan M. Spaeder (@theaceofspaeder) March 31, 2022

Love this dude. Absolutely no BS from him. Ever.

— Phil Schreck (@PhilSchreckWX) March 31, 2022

I believe it https://t.co/5BexMvSizc

— Jesus Quiñonez (@JesusQuinonezTV) March 31, 2022

Zack is going to be a delight this season. https://t.co/2x2DgIVguc

— Royals Review (@royalsreview) March 31, 2022

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