The Royals announced they have optioned outfielder Franmil Reyes to Triple-A Omaha and have recalled catcher Freddy Fermín. They also officially announced what was reported this morning, that they are bringing up infielder Maikel Garcia with Nicky Lopez headed to the Injured List with appendicitis.
The 27-year-old Reyes was brought in on a minor league contract and made the Opening Day roster, but was hitting just .186/.231/.288 with two home runs in 65 plate appearances. Despite appearing in parts of six seasons, Reyes still has two option years remaining and has not reached the five-year service time threshold to refuse assignment.