The Royals announced they are designating pitcher Amir Garrett for assignment in a series of moves that includes the return if pitcher Ryan Yarbrough from the Injured List. The Royals are also placing outfielder Edward Olivares on the Injured List with a left oblique strain and recalling Samad Taylor from Triple-A Omaha.
Garrett was in his second season with the Royals after being acquired from the Reds before the 2022 season for pitcher Mike Minor. The 31-year-old lefty had a 3.33 ERA but a 5.59 FIP in 24 1⁄3 innings this year. He had a high strikeout rate of 25 percent, but he had the third-highest walk rate among all relievers with 20 innings pitched.