The Royals optioned reliever Will Smith to Triple-A Omaha Tuesday, the Kansas City Star reports. Smith's demotion clears space for Justin Maxwell's return off the bereavement list.
The left-handed reliever appeared has been up and down for the Royals a few times this season. Smith appeared in one game in his latest recall and went 2 2/3 innings. He allowed a run on two hits with three Ks. Smith has a 3.27 ERA overall this season for K.C.