Justin Maxwell clears waivers, accepts assignment to Omaha
Justin Maxwell will remain in the Royals organization.
The team designated him for assignment last week to make room on the roster for reliever Casey Coleman. But Maxwell, a 30-year-old outfielder, cleared waivers and accepted an assignment to Class AAA Omaha.
Maxwell hit .138 with one extra-base hit in 29 at-bats. The team struggled to find playing time for him during the start of the season.
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This story was originally published May 23, 2014 at 6:37 PM.