The Kansas City Royals recalled catcher
Freddy Fermin from Triple-A Omaha before Tuesday's game. With the Royals using
MJ Melendez exclusively in the outfield, Fermin is now back in Kansas City to serve as
Salvador Perez's backup. Perez also injured his finger in Tuesday's game, forcing Fermin into the contest in the eighth inning. Perez's injury isn't serious, but there's a good chance Fermin will get the starting nod on Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles and right-hander
Kyle Gibson. Fermin, 27, won't have much fantasy appeal unless Perez ends up missing extended time with his finger injury. Fermin has only played in seven total MLB games the last two years, going 1-for-14 at the plate with no walks and five strikeouts.