Indians released RHP Robinson Tejeda.

Tejeda, who joined the Indians on a minor league deal in January, gave up two runs on three hits in one inning in his lone appearance with Triple-A Columbus back on April 7. He is currently nursing a shoulder injury.

Robinson Tejeda (calf) threw in a simulated game Thursday.

Tejada, a non-roster invitee, hasn't appeared in a Cactus League game since March 3 due to a strained calf. The 29-year-old right-hander appears likely to open the season in the minors.

Robinson Tejeda (calf) resumed his throwing program Thursday.

Tejada has been slowed for much of the past week with a strained calf. The 29-year-old right-hander is a non-roster player with the Indians this spring after posting a 3.80 ERA and 43/15 K/BB ratio over 43 innings last season with the Royals' Triple-A affiliate.

Indians signed RHP Robinson Tejeda to a minor league contract.

The deal includes an invitation to spring training, where Tejeda will attempt to land a spot in the Indians' Opening Day bullpen. He posted a 3.80 ERA and 43/15 K/BB ratio in 43 innings last season at Triple-A Omaha.

Robinson Tejeda has elected to become a free agent.

Tejada was outrighted off the 40-man roster in June. The 29-year-old right-hander made six appearances with the Royals this season, but spent the majority of the year with Triple-A Omaha, posting a 3.80 ERA and 43/15 K/BB ratio over 43 innings. He should get a spring training invite somewhere.

Royals designated RHP Robinson Tejeda for assignment.

It's a bit surprising that the Royals decided to give up on Tejeda so quickly. He registered a 3.54 ERA and 56/26 K/BB ratio over 61 innings last year as a reliable setup man for Kansas City. They let him go this season after just nine outings.

Royals activated RHP Robinson Tejeda from the 15-day disabled list.

Tejeda spent about a week on a minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A Omaha and posted convincing enough results (six scoreless innings). He should return to form as a reliable major league setup man.

Robinson Tejeda will begin a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Omaha.

Tejeda has shown good velocity in his recent batting practice sessions, so the Royals have cleared him for game action. He allowed three runs on 10 hits over his first 5 1/3 innings before being placed on the disabled list in mid-April with right shoulder inflammation.

Robinson Tejeda (shoulder) threw live batting practice prior to Tuesday's game.

Tejeda threw all of his pitches without pain. He even reached 92 mph on the radar gun, which is at least a little closer to what he averaged last season. The Royals will evaluate him over the next few days before deciding the next step in his rehab.

Robinson Tejeda (shoulder) was wild in a live batting practice session Saturday.

"He looked a little better, but his location was all over the place," Royals manager Ned Yost said. "His velocity was a high of 93, which is better than it was. The majority of them were 92." There's no clear timetable for Tejeda's return, but he'll be back sometime this month.

Robinson Tejeda (shoulder) is scheduled to throw live batting practice prior to Saturday's game.

Tejeda was placed on the disabled list earlier this month after showing diminished velocity, but the Royals believe he has has built arm strength with long-tossing and additional throwing sessions. He'll likely need a rehab stint before being activated from the disabled list.

Robinson Tejeda is showing signs of improvement in rehab for his right shoulder.

Royals manager Ned Yost told reporters that Tejeda is getting stronger after long tossing and throwing sessions. The timetable for his return, however, remains unknown and he could still need a minor league rehab assignment. He'll need to show an increase in velocity before fully returning to Kansas City's bullpen.

Royals placed RHP Robinson Tejeda on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to April 13, with right shoulder inflammation.

We knew something wasn't quite right here. Tejeda was showing significantly diminished velocity this season and allowed three runs on 10 hits over his first 5 1/3 innings. Hopefully some rest will do the trick.

Royals manager Ned Yost confirmed that Robinson Tejeda will no longer be his primary set-up reliever.

Tejeda took the loss in Tuesday's game against the Twins and has allowed three runs on 10 hits and two walks over his first 3 1/3 innings this season. His velocity has been down significantly, so Yost will use a variety of relievers to fill the set-up role. Aaron Crow, Jeremy Jeffress and Tim Collins, among others, could all be used in certain situations.

Robinson Tejeda's pitches are 3-5 mph slower than last season's, as he is still trying to build up arm strength.

Tejeda has yielded two earned runs in 5 1/3 innings this season, but has logged only one strikeout, where he usually averages one strikeout per inning. "He still has deception," pitching coach Bob McClure said, "and I think he'll eventually get to 93-95. I'm a little surprised that it's down that far, but I'm not concerned about it."

Royals and RHP Robinson Tejeda avoided arbitration Monday by agreeing to a one-year contract.

The terms of the deal were not made available when the club made its announcement Monday. Tejeda, 28, posted a cool 3.54 ERA and 1.33 WHIP last season while striking out 56 batters in 61 innings. He is expected to serve as a setup man this year behind Joakim Soria, one of the game's best closers. In other words, Tejeda won't carry much fantasy value.

The Royals are expected to shop Robinson Tejeda this winter.

With relievers like Joaquin Benoit gaining major multi-year contracts, the Royals figure that they can land a decent package of prospects for the 28-year-old Tejeda. He posted a 3.54 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and struck out 56 batters in 61 innings this past season for Kansas City.

Robinson Tejeda (biceps) is getting closer to beginning a rehab assignment.

The right-hander's side sessions have gone well, and he will have a simulated game "in the next couple of days," Royals manager Ned Yost said. Tejeda has missed 19 games with a strained right biceps tendon.

The Royals are expecting a quick recovery for Robinson Tejeda (biceps).

The team doesn't list a reason as to why Tejeda shouldn't be out long, but it sounds like the biceps injury isn't anything major. Manager Ned Yost is expressing caution, as he noted that he also thought Luke Hochevar and Gil Meche would be back soon. Tejeda went on the DL on Sunday.

Royals placed RHP Robinson Tejeda on the 15-day disabled list with right biceps tendinitis.

It's not clear when the injury started to bother Tejeda, but he has given up a run in three of his last four appearances, so perhaps now we know why. It's not clear at this point how long he's expected to be out. Blake Wood and Greg Holland are options for the eighth inning while Tejeda is out.