David Lough (wrist) is expected to return to the lineup Tuesday against the Twins. Lough was hit by a pitch on Saturday, but it was never a major concern. He was able to get through batting practice Sunday and should be available to start following the Royals' off-day. Lough is batting .289 (11-for-38) though his first 12 games.

David Lough (wrist) is expected to be available on Tuesday. Lough is not playing Sunday after leaving Saturday's game following a hit by pitch, but it's not considered to be a big deal. Jeff Francoeur is in right field on Sunday.

David Lough came out of Saturday's game after his go-ahead HBP in the 10th inning against the Rangers. X-rays were negative after Lough was hit in the wrist by a pitch with the bases loaded. Consider him day-to-day. The Royals may need Jeff Francoeur to start in right field on Sunday.

David Lough went 4-for-5 with a double as the Royals' leadoff hitter Monday against the Cardinals. Lough became the first Royals leadoff man to collect four hits in a game since Alex Gordon on Aug. 29, 2011. The outfielder had been 4-for-20 since his callup 10 days ago. He's gotten some starts over Jeff Francouer against right-handed pitching, but both played today with Lorenzo Cain getting a rest.

Royals recalled OF David Lough from Triple-A Omaha. Lough failed to earn an Opening Day roster spot despite batting .465 (20-for-43) in spring training. He's up now, though, after hitting .340/.393/.477 with three homers and five steals at Omaha. He'll back up at all three outfield spots.

Royals optioned OF David Lough to Triple-A Omaha. Lough batted .465 (20-for-43) with six doubles, one triple, five RBI and three stolen bases during Cactus League play, but it wasn't enough to win a job as a reserve outfielder. However, the speedy 27-year-old figures to see time with the big club at some point this year.

David Lough continued his torrid start to the Cactus League schedule, going 2-for-3 with a double and a run scored as the Royals topped the Padres 7-5 on Friday. The double was Lough's sixth of the spring, and he's now hitting a scintillating .567 (17-for-30) on the spring. He also swiped his third base in three attempts, and is making a serious push to make the Opening Day roster as a reserve outfielder. While he doesn't have tremendous upside, he could be a very cheap source of speed in deeper mixed leagues.

David Lough made a strong statement in the Royals' spring training opener on Friday, going 2-for-3 with an RBI and a stolen base. Lough is attempting to earn a spot on the roster as a reserve outfielder, and certainly took a step in the right direction Friday. His RBI single came with two-outs in the ninth inning, increasing the Royals lead to 5-3 at the time. If he found his way into everyday at bats, he has the ability to swipe 20 or more bases.

David Lough (hamstring) went 2-for-6 with a run scored in his return to action Wednesday night. Lough missed a full week after straining his right hamstring last Wednesday. The 26-year-old outfielder was a September call-up and won't play much down the stretch.

David Lough returned to action on Wednesday September 12.