Royals cut ties with former Rockies All-Star Game MVP catcher
Kansas City adds an outfielder to the roster instead.
Royals cut ties with former Rockies All-Star Game MVP catcher originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Kansas City Royals made a notable roster move on Friday.
The AL Central club announced that they've designated catcher Elias Diaz for assignment. Outfielder Tyler Tolbert was recalled in a corresponding move. Diaz, the 2023 All-Star Game MVP while a member of the Colorado Rockies , hit .
227/. 261/. 591 with two home runs and five RBIs in 10 games with the Royals.
Kansas City added Diaz as a third catcher when Salvador Perez was experiencing hip issues, and he could end up back in the organization if he clears waivers. MORE : Phillies ’ Aidan Miller finally beginning baseball activities amid back injury Diaz played 106 games with the San Diego Padres in 2025, hitting nine homers with a . 607 OPS.