Hoffmann was optioned earlier Thursday but stuck on the roster thanks to the Royals ' doubleheader against St. Louis. He didn't appear in either contest and has entered only one game in the majors in ...

Since returning from the injured list Friday, Mangum has gone 4-for-19 with a home run and five RBI in five games. He'll take a seat for Thursday's series finale, opening up a spot in left field for ...