It was only a week ago that the Kansas City Royals were a part of history. Feel-good vibes surrounded the club following the historic call-up of 45-year-old veteran starter Rich Hill.
How things change in just a week though, as after a decent debut last Tuesday, Monday's extremely lackluster performance against the scuffling Atlanta Braves saw the Royals put an end to Hill's big league comeback.
The Royals announced Tuesday that they'd designated Hill for assignment to make room for the contract selection and promotion of Thomas Hatch.
Royals designate Rich Hill for assignment after Tuesday's poor start
The promotion of Hill was a bold choice by the Royals, but not an overly surprising one given how shorthanded the rotation was after Michael Lorenzen was placed on the IL with an oblique strain during the All-Star break.