The Kansas City Royals have released a player, optioned a player to Triple-A, and made a trade.  The Royals are waiting for opening day and putting together the final touches to their opening day lineup.

Kyle Davies was optioned to Triple-A Omaha.

Jorge De La Rosa was designated for assignement.

Chin-Hui Tsao, Roman Colon, and Ken Huckaby were sent to minor league camp.

Ramon Ramirez was grabbed from the Colorado Rockies for a player to be named later.