The Royals have designated Hunter Dozier for assignment to make room for Nicky Lopez, who rejoins the active roster after being out with an appendectomy. Dozier was hitting just .183/.253./305 with two home runs in 91 plate appearances this year. He is owed $7.5 million this year, plus $9.25 million next year with a $1 million buyout for 2025, all of which the Royals are still obligated to pay out.
The former 2013 first-round pick out of Stephen F. Austin has had an up-and-down career with the Royals. He struggled initially in the minors and suffered injuries which delayed his development.