 Linton would sign with the Kansas City Royals on January 16, 2004, and after a start with the Wichita Wranglers of the Texas League in which Linton pitched 5.1 innings, allowing only one run, he was promoted to the Omaha Royals of the Pacific Coast League.In Omaha, Linton had a tough season, going 3–9 with a 7.59 ERA in 27 games.After the season, he announced his retirement from the game.