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Paulino recalled from his rehab assignment

Royals right-hander Felipe Paulino has been recalled from his Minor League rehabilitation assignment because of lower back stiffness. Paulino made one start for Double-A Northwest Arkansas as he continues his comeback from Tommy John surgery on his right elbow last July 3.

 

Yost maintaining options in Kansas City 'pen

The Royals currently are operating with a seven-man bullpen but, with the starting pitchers going much deeper into games this season, would manager Ned Yost consider going with six relievers?

 

Royals Minor League report: June 17

Justin Marks pitched well in Triple-A Omaha's 2-0 loss to Iowa on Monday, allowing three hits over six innings. Johnny Giavotella was 1-for-3 with a walk for the Storm Chasers.

 

Tickets remain for Diamond of Dreams event

Tickets remain on sale for the Royals' annual fundraiser, the Diamond of Dreams, on Thursday night at Kauffman Stadium. The event will benefit the University of Kansas Hospital's Neonatal Medical Home.

 

Batting practice session big hit with KC dads

If you think the fathers of Royals players are happy about having their sons playing in the Major Leagues, consider this: On Monday, the dads themselves took batting practice at Progressive Field with Hall of Famer George Brett throwing the pitches.

 

Royals starters going deep offers relief to 'pen

James Shields was working on adding to it on Monday night against the Indians, but when right-hander Wade Davis went six innings on Sunday against Tampa Bay, the Royals' pitching staff reached something of a milestone.

 

Royals' 'wild' win over Tribe nets second place

Righty James Shields logged six strong innings in a no-decision, while pinch-runner Elliot Johnson scored on a wild pitch in the ninth to give the Royals a 2-1 win over the Indians on Monday night at Progressive Field.

 

Royals Minor League report: June 16

Yordano Ventura earned his first Triple-A win as Omaha snapped a three-game skid on Sunday with a 3-1 win over Iowa.

 

Rays to summon top prospect Myers to Majors

The Rays announced on Sunday that they will call up outfielder Wil Myers, their No. 1 prospect, from Triple-A Durham in advance of Tuesday's doubleheader at Fenway Park. To make room on the active roster, second baseman Ryan Roberts was optioned to Triple-A Durham.

 

Yost aiming to see Royals at .500 mark

When it comes to goals, manager Ned Yost's next one for the Royals is simple: Reach .500. The Royals lost 5-3 to the Rays on Saturday, dropping them to 32-34.