Royals designated shortstop Angel Berroa for assignment.
Berroa went 1-for-11 with four strikeouts and no walks in three weeks in the majors. He's going on waivers, but that he's guaranteed another $7 million through the end of 2008 ensures that he won't be claimed.
Royals recalled outfielder Joey Gathright from Triple-A Omaha.
A month after it should have happened. Gathright was hitting .328/.450/.392 with 21 steals in 186 at-bats for Omaha. He should take over Shane Costa's at-bats, with an expanded role possible if more injuries strike. His ability to steal bases figures to give him a little value in AL-only leagues.