The Kansas City Royals made a couple of last-minute trades before the deadline Tuesday.
They have traded Whit Merrifield to the Toronto Blue Jays for infielder/outfielder Samad Taylor and pitcher Max Castillo, according to MLB.com
Royals manager Mike Matheny had nothing but praise for Merrifield.
The Royals also dealt backup catcher Cam Gallagher to the San Diego Padres for outfielder Brent Rooker.
