Royals Call Up Outfielder John Rave for MLB Debut, Option Cavan Biggio to Triple-A

The Kansas City Royals have selected the contract of outfielder John Rave from Triple-A Omaha, promoting him to the major leagues where he is expected to make his debut soon. Rave, 27, has impressed this season with a .301 batting average, nine home runs, 17 stolen bases, and a .931 OPS in 44 games at Omaha, primarily playing center field. Meanwhile, first baseman and utility player Cavan Biggio has been optioned to Triple-A Omaha after hitting just .174 in 37 games with the Royals. Biggio, who has more than five years of MLB service, must consent to the option or can elect free agency in the coming days. Rave is anticipated to provide outfield depth behind starters Kyle Isbel, Drew Waters, and Mark Canha, following the recent departure of right fielder Hunter Renfroe. The roster moves come after the Royals cleared space on their 40-man roster due to previous designations for assignment.