Tolbert will start at shortstop and bat seventh in Sunday's game against the Rockies.
Tolbert appears to have emerged as the preferred option at shortstop in the absence of Bobby Witt (back). He'll cover the position for the fourth time in five games, but Tolbert could soon shift back into a utility role. Per Jaylon T. Thompson of The Kansas City Star, the Royals are anticipating Witt coming off the injured list ahead of Tuesday's series opener versus the Twins.