1:49 PM - Thomas Hatch (KC) is expected to be used in bulk relief behind opening pitcher Angel Zerpa in Wednesday's game against Atlanta, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

4:17 PM - Thomas Hatch (KC) Royals selected Hatch's contract from Triple-A Omaha on Tuesday.

2:18 PM - Thomas Hatch (KC) cleared waivers Sunday and was outrighted to Triple-A Omaha.

5:42 PM - Thomas Hatch (KC) Royals designated Hatch for assignment Thursday.

10:41 AM - Thomas Hatch (KC) Royals selected Hatch's contract from Triple-A Omaha on Thursday.

11:41 AM - Thomas Hatch (KC) Royals signed Hatch to a minor-league contract Friday that includes an invitation to spring training.