Gomes is planning on playing in 2017, although whether it's in the US or in Japan is still to be determined, Jerry Crasnick of ESPN reports.
Gomes is signing with the Rakuten Golden Eagles in Japan on Wednesday, Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports reports.
Gomes' club option for 2016 was declined by the Royals Thursday, making him a free agent.
Gomes was a late addition to Thursday's lineup against the White Sox, Jeffrey Flanagan of MLB.com reports.
Gomes has been traded to the Royals, Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports reports.
Gomes went 1-for-2 with a solo homer, a walk, and two runs scored in Wednesday's loss to the Rockies.
Gomes is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cubs.
Gomes isn't getting regular at-bats, so it might be tough for him to take advantage of this favorable matchup, but if he's in the lineup he's worth a flier.
Gomes isn't getting regular at-bats, so it might be tough for him to take advantage of this favorable matchup, but if he's in the lineup he's worth a flier.
Gomes isn't getting regular at-bats, so it might be tough for him to take advantage of theis favorable matchup.