Coleman got the save for the Royals in a scoreless ninth inning in the 6-4 win over the White Sox on Sunday.

After mostly mop up work in losses, Coleman got the save opportunity Sunday. He's put together three straight scoreless outings. He's had a strong September, letting up just three runs in 10.1 innings of work.

Coleman was recalled from Triple-A Omaha on Friday.

Coleman will take the place of Bruce Chen on the active roster, who was designated for assignment Friday. He has spent a good amount of time with the big league club, posting a 7.48 ERA and 2.03 WHIP over 21.2 innings with the club. Coleman fared better at the minor league level, however, posting a 3.86 ERA and 1.12 WHIP at that level.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

The move clears space on the roster for the arrival of Jason Frasor. Coleman has gone back-and-forth between the majors and minors this season, holding a 7.48 ERA over 20 appearances with the big club.

Royals recalled RHP Louis Coleman from Triple-A Omaha.

Coleman had a 6.41 ERA in 18 appearances with Kansas City earlier this season. He'll pitch in mid-relief.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

Coleman holds a 6.41 ERA over 18 relief appearances for the Royals this season. He should get another chance later this season.

Royals recalled RHP Louis Coleman from Triple-A Omaha.

Coleman owns an ugly 6.27 ERA and 1.88 WHIP over 17 appearances with the Royals this season, but he pitched well after his demotion earlier this month. He'll hope for better results this time around.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

Coleman gets the boot after allowing six runs over his last four appearances. He holds an ugly 6.27 ERA and 1.88 WHIP in 17 appearances this season, but should get another shot with the big club down the line if he regains his form in the minors.

Royals activated RHP Louis Coleman from the 15-day disabled list.

Coleman got a late start to the season due to a bruised right middle finger, but he's ready to roll now. He'll fill a middle relief role for the Royals.

Louis Coleman (finger) is expected to throw a bullpen session Monday.

If all goes well, he will likely be activated Tuesday. Coleman began the year on the disabled list with a bruised right middle finger.

Louis Coleman (finger) will throw a "high intensity" bullpen session Wednesday.

Coleman was bothered by a bruised right middle finger for much of spring training, but it sounds like it won't be long before he rejoins the Royals' bullpen. He's eligible for activation on April 8.

Royals placed RHP Louis Coleman on the 15-day disabled list due to a bruised right middle finger.

Coleman dealt with the bone bruise for much of spring, and was enough of an issue that he won't be ready for the start of the season. With some rest he should be ready to return after just one 15-day stay on the DL, so expect him back sometime in mid-April.

Louis Coleman could begin the season on the disabled list due to a bone bruise in his right middle finger.

It has apparently been bothering him for most of the spring. Coleman was considered a sure thing to make the Opening Day roster after the injury to Luke Hochevar, but it sounds like he'll get a late start to the season.

Royals recalled RHP Louis Coleman from Hi-A Wilmington.

The 27-year-old essentially received the last week off due to roster maneuvering by the Royals. Coleman posted a spectacular 0.39 ERA and 24/4 K/BB ratio over 23 1/3 innings with Kansas City earlier this season.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

Another paper move for the Royals, as Coleman should be back when rosters expand in September. The 27-year-old has a tidy 0.39 ERA and 24/4 K/BB ratio over 23 1/3 innings with the Royals this season.

Royals recalled RHP Louis Coleman from Triple-A Omaha.

Coleman has posted a 0.00 ERA in 4 1/3 innings this season with Kansas City. He'll pitch in mid-relief.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

Coleman has not allowed a run in 4 1/3 major league innings this season. He should get another shot soon.

Royals recalled RHP Louis Coleman from Triple-A Omaha.

He'll replace Kelvin Herrera on the active roster. Coleman, 27, had an excellent 1.03 ERA and 30/9 K/BB ratio over 26 1/3 innings in Triple-A this season and could work his way into the late innings.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

Coleman had a decent 3.71 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 65/26 K/BB ratio in 51 innings last season with Kansas City. He should see plenty of action in the majors this year.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

The move clears the way for Irving Falu to be added to the active roster. Coleman gave up five runs over two innings in his most recent appearance on Monday and has a 4.91 ERA and 23/13 K/BB ratio over 22 innings with the Royals this season. He'll likely be back at some point this summer.

Royals optioned RHP Louis Coleman to Triple-A Omaha.

He was cleared to make room for Jonathan Sanchez's return from the disabled list. Coleman has a 3.15 ERA and 18/12 K/BB ratio in 20 innings with the Royals this season. He figures to return to the majors later this summer.