Merrifield was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

A mediocre spring showing and adequate infield depth left the Royals without much of a need for Merrifield on the 25-man roster. Over 29 games this spring he hit .267 with a .710 OPS. Although it's likely that he'll make his way up to the big club at some point this season, Merrifield will return to Omaha where he'll be in a position to get frequent reps at second base.