 Linton was crushed in his next start, allowing ten runs in five innings in a 10–0 loss to the Cleveland Indians.He was sent to the Omaha Royals at the end of May, where he spent the rest of the season, compiling a 7–7 record with a 4.40 ERA in 18 starts.His numbers in Kansas City were 0–1 with a 7.25 ERA in seven games.