Fermin will start at catcher and bat seventh in Sunday's game against the Rangers.
Fermin went 2-for-3 with one double and one run in Sunday's win against the White Sox.
Fermin is projected to be the Royals' backup catcher to begin 2024, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.
Fermin (finger) was transferred to the 60-day injured list from the 10-day IL on Monday.
Fermin underwent season-ending surgery Tuesday to repair a fractured left middle finger, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.
Fermin was placed on the 10-day injured list with a fractured left middle finger Saturday.
Fermin is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Red Sox.
Fermin is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mariners.
Fermin is not in the lineup Tuesday versus the Athletics.
Fermin is out of the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Cubs.