Michael Mariot was designated for assignment on Friday.
Mariot was designated for assignment on Friday.
Analysis:
The Royals needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster, so Mariot was a casualty. The righty reliever will offer organizational bullpen depth going forward.
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