Gee, Nava outrighted, opt for free agency
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- The Royals outrighted right-hander Dillon Gee and infielder Daniel Nava to Triple-A Omaha on Tuesday, and both players opted to become free agents instead.
The Royals' 40-man roster now stands at 37.
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Gee had thoracic outlet syndrome surgery on Oct. 11 but is expected to be ready by Spring Training. In 33 games this past season, he went 8-9 with a 4.68 ERA and a 1.46 WHIP.
Nava appeared in nine games for the Royals and went 1-for-11 with a double.