Dwyer was outrighted to Triple-A Omaha on Thursday, Andy McCullough of the Kansas City Star reports.

Dwyer went unclaimed off waivers after he was designated for assignment earlier in the month. He'll be a free agent in the offseason and will look to land a minor league contract.

Dwyer was designated for assignment Monday, Josh Vernier of Fox Sports Kansas City reports.

Dwyer is one of two players that were designated for assignment Monday to open up spots on the 40-man roster for Carlos Peguero and Brandon Finnegan, whose contracts were selected by the Royals. Dwyer will have to pass through waivers, and will likely stick with Triple-A Omaha if he does.

Royals optioned LHP Chris Dwyer to Triple-A Omaha.

Dwyer had a cup of coffee with the Royals last September after he posted a 3.55 ERA and 112/72 K/BB ratio in 159 2/3 innings in Triple-A. Entering his age-26 season, he doesn't throw as hard as he once did, so he now profiles more as a spot starter or a reliever.

Royals recalled LHP Chris Dwyer from Triple-A Omaha.

Dwyer, 25, posted a 3.55 ERA and 112/72 K/BB ratio over 159 2/3 innings this season in Triple-A. He figures to pitch in middle relief during his first stint in the big leagues.

Royals optioned LHP Chris Dwyer to Triple-A Omaha.

Dwyer gave up three runs (two earned) over 1 2/3 innings in his lone appearance this spring. The 24-year-old southpaw had a 5.89 ERA between Double- and Triple-A last season while dealing with a thyroid condition. The Royals added him to the 40-man roster in November, so they clearly aren't ready to give up on him yet.