Royals activate 3B Maikel Garcia, 1B Vinnie Pasquantino, but DFA veteran OF Starling Marte

Garcia has been sidelined since June 23, while Pasquantino returns after a two-week stint on the IL.

The Kansas City Royals announced a flurry of roster moves on Monday afternoon. Third baseman Maikel Garcia and first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino have returned from the injured list. Left-hander Connor Thomas was recalled from Triple-A Omaha. That meant the Royals needed to open up three active roster spots. One of the m