Dusty Coleman has been called up by the Royals.

Coleman has been called up by the Royals.

Analysis:

He'll join the team as an option off the bench for Friday's game against the Rangers. The 28-year-old Coleman is hitting .303/.383/.469 with seven homers, 35 RBI and seven steals over 69 games at Triple-A Omaha this season. Christian Colon was sent down to Omaha in the corresponding move to clear a roster spot for Coleman.