Royals Shake Things Up with Gentry's Exit

In a bold move that has fans buzzing, the Kansas City Royals officially designated outfielder Tyler Gentry for assignment on Tuesday. This decision opens the door for veteran left-hander Rich Hill, who is now officially joining the 40-man roster after his much-anticipated promotion from Triple-A Omaha.

To make room for Hill at the big league level, the Royals also optioned right-handed pitcher Andrew Hoffmann back to Omaha, completing a significant shake-up in their roster.

Gentry's Struggles Continue in Triple-A

The 26-year-old Gentry, who made his major league debut last year, has faced challenges at the plate, finishing his brief stint with no hits in five at-bats. He’s spent the 2025 season in Triple-A, where his performance has been disappointing, posting a lackluster .205/.277/.365 batting average along with five home runs, 16 doubles, and two triples after 249 plate appearances. This marks his least productive season at the Triple-A level since being drafted in the third round in 2020.

A Closer Look at Gentry's Performance

Despite his struggles this year, Gentry has shown promise against left-handed pitchers in the past. Primarily playing right field, he also has valuable experience with 461 career innings in left field. This is just his second option year out of a potential three, making his future somewhat uncertain.

What’s Next for Gentry?

In the coming days, the Royals will attempt to either trade Gentry or place him on outright waivers. If he clears waivers—due to his lack of three years of major league service time—Kansas City can outright him to Omaha while freeing up a crucial 40-man roster spot. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds.

Stay tuned as we follow the latest antics from the Royals and how these roster changes impact the team's future!