Game 1 Open Thread- Royals (0-0) at Tigers (0-0)
by Freneau on Mar 31, 2008 10:15 AM EDT
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The forecast calls for scattered thunderstorms and wind in Detroit today. The good news is that there is also the possibility of a window during the middle of the afternoon in which this game could be played.
I know you're stunned by this, as Major League Baseball should be. The weather in Detroit is usually perfect on March 31st.
As we don't pray for rain, check out Royals Authority's post on everyone's 2008 predictions. Looks like 79 wins is pretty popular. If you haven't already entered our season prediction contest here at RR, you've still got a few hours to do so. The winner will get a RR t-shirt.
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First!
The first first
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 10:21 AM EDT reply actions
Royals Review predictions
Sometime before gametime, I'm going to be posting a breakdown of the predictions from Royals Review posters. Average win total, how many votes for each player, etc.
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 10:24 AM EDT reply actions
I hate that I cannot be part of the game thread
I'll be on campus working until 5ish today. I'll just have to tape the game and watch it tonight. Cheer on the boys! Greatness starts today!
I Hate That
I can't really watch the game because of the cave man DSL connection we have at work (tests at 246K on the MLB media player). As to today's weather, I'll repost this:
http://radar.weather.gov/ridge/Conus/full_loop.php
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 10:49 AM EDT reply actions
it's a good thing i don't know geography
otherwise, i might be afraid that Michigan was about to catch some very nasty weather.
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GO ROYALS!
BE VICTORIOUS IN YOUR SPORTING EXPLOITS ON THE ATHLETIC FIELD THIS DAY!
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My prediction for today's game
Detroit--8 hits, 2 runs, 2 HR, 1 error. Verlander 7 Ks, 4 Ws, 7 innings. O sac. bunts.
Royals--5 hits, 3 runs, 1 HR, 0 errors. Meche 10 Ks, 2 Ws, 6 2/3 innings, Soria Save. 3 sac. bunts.
Royals W!
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
I kinda miss
seeing the word "new" next to posts...Am I not seeing something? Is there some way to tell, or do I have to read through the whole entire thing every time ?
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 11:13 AM EDT reply actions
That's
the first time I have noticed that...Very hard for me to see though...Thanks.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 11:21 AM EDT up reply actions
And there are some shortcuts
You can hit "C" on your keyboard to go from new post to new post. And if you hit "Z" it unmarks the last new post you read before sending you to the next one. It's a great way to see all the new posts in a thread.
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 11:43 AM EDT up reply actions
Thanks.
I apologize for my ignorance.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 12:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Opening Day!
I've been waiting months for this. Let's do the damn thing already.
Damn
for a minute there, I thought baseball tonight was starting off the season with The Police. That would have been sweet. Instead, just an instrumental piece that makes me want to hear "Message in a bottle"
Allow me:
CF David DeJesus
2B Mark Grudzielanek
3B Alex Gordon
RF Jose Guillen
DH Billy Butler
LF Mark Teahen
1B Ross Gload
C John Buck
SS Tony Pena Jr.
SS Edgar Renteria
2B Placido Polanco
DH Gary Sheffield
RF Magglio Ordonez
3B Miguel Cabrera
1B Carlos Guillen
C Ivan Rodriguez
LF Jacque Jones
CF Brandon Inge
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 12:05 PM EDT reply actions
No Granderson is a very good thing for us
And Inge can't possibly have enough range to cover that massive CF space.
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 12:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, but he was converted from shortstop
He has rated surprisingly well as a CF in limited action as a major leaguer. He should be adequate out there.
by Gopherballs on Mar 31, 2008 12:24 PM EDT up reply actions
He has good range for a 3B
I really don't think he has good OF range. He simply isn't that fast. And he's got to be pretty rusty on reading fly balls to the OF.
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 12:43 PM EDT up reply actions
OH MAN!!!
I'm bouncing in my chair right now... and I'm trying not to make any billion dollar mistakes! Really.
Radio Feeds
Does anyone know of any free radio feeds?
KS
I'm kind of on the hook for this game...
But my Cards fan buddy was pissing me off, and he made me say some crazy things.
Also, Zack Grienke needs to be as good as Johan this year. I should've had some agreed upon stats that are not ERA or wins.
Looks like the game should start on time
if the radar is correct, but I'd say we'll have an interuption in about the 4th or 5th inning.
Does the fact that they're tearing
down Yankee Stadium make anyone hate the Yankees even more? It does me.
On 810
Danny Clinkscale says they're having good weather in Detroit. Cloudy, but no rain expected, and temps should reach 60.
PLAY BALL!
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Clete Thomas
I follow baseball pretty damn closely, but every year there are a few guys that make Opening Day rosters that I have never ever heard of.
Detroit outfielder Clete Thomas is one such person.
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In Stl
all FSN shows are the Cards....Hell it's tough just finding a KC hat at the mall...No support for same state baseball here.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 12:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, they're kind of an arrogant
lot of people, aren't they? I remember getting some snooty looks wearing my Royals cap around downtown.
Very fairweather though...
I don't get as much abuse when the teams not doing well.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 12:45 PM EDT up reply actions
FSN KC
There is definitely something wrong with their production. The camera doesn't bounce up and down, the tape doesn't skip, the screen doesn't go black, the picture is actually clear - I don't like it one bit. Give me back my low production value of RSTN!
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who will hit the first dinger for the R's?
II'm going with Buck
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Pena Jr.
He'll go deep before he gets a walk.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 12:43 PM EDT up reply actions
He's more likely
to hurdle the wall.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 12:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Balboni, in a comeback attempt.
Because even he's embarrassed by his record.
Royals, NBA, Golden Hurricane, Hawkeyes, Chiefs, and KU basketball, in that order.
Headed to BWW to watch the game with some friends...
I'll be posting on here as long too as long as we get a table near an outlet...can't wait for this game to get started!
Royals - 5
Tigers - 3
I'd rather be watching baseball.
by Sisquatch Kids on Mar 31, 2008 12:44 PM EDT reply actions
No HD yet in Lawrence
Last I heard Sunflower was trying to make the deal, but we're still stuck in standard.
okay, since there's a number of day games
I'm going to try the MLB tv thing this month. Is it worth it to pay the 5 extra bucks to get the premium? Looks like th quality is better. Also, it looks like their Microsoft "Silver View" player isn't working for me on Vista.
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I've been very happy with the premium package (had it last year)
I hook it into my big screen and watch the game on there most of the time.
I'd rather be watching baseball.
by Sisquatch Kids on Mar 31, 2008 12:47 PM EDT up reply actions
That Thing Hasn't
Worked for me ever.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions
I've got the community predictions up
I averaged the responses in the Big Prediction Contest and posted them in a fanpost, along with how many votes each player got in each category.
The average win total was 78.8. It is odd and interesting that at Royals Corner, their average was 78.7.
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 12:47 PM EDT reply actions
The'll need at least
88.8 wins.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 12:53 PM EDT up reply actions
WHOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
BASEBALL IS BACK!
Go Royals!!!!
Ok, sorry -- I had to get that one out of the way.
So FSN KC is in HD? I was hoping they would do that. Now I can call and order it from Comcast. no more MLB.tv!!!!! YAY!
Finally coming back to the 'K'!!!! I'm going to be there 7/11/08, vs the SEA Mariners, of course!
by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 12:51 PM EDT reply actions
It's gonna be as climatic....
As 19th century English poetry!!!!! ;)
Do you have a good one 'on tap' to send us on our way through this glorious season?
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by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 12:53 PM EDT up reply actions
There once was a 19th century English poet from Nantucket.....
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 1:03 PM EDT up reply actions
ALRIGHT ALRIGHT
WHATS GOING EVERYONE!!!!!! IM SOOOOO F*CKING EXCITED!!!!!!!!
I love life. Life = Royals
There's A 300K
TV feed this year; maybe this ancient Compaq can deal with that.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 12:54 PM EDT reply actions
No, where'd they hit?
Also, you'd be the best fan if you got hit by a tornado and yet still made it to RR
First game thread..
.. that I will be able to follow live. I am pumped up for some Royals baseball though trying to recover from last night in Lawrence.. Great to hear Lefebve again.
I'm ready for irrational exuberance and sarcasm
I'm gearing up for a big game.
I probably disagree with you.
I remember your "2003 all over again" post after the first week or so
Good times
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:04 PM EDT up reply actions
For One Brief
Shining moment I had a really crappy TV feed; no radio available yet. WTF?
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
Feed is up now
on MLB.com
Finally coming back to the 'K'!!!! I'm going to be there 7/11/08, vs the SEA Mariners, of course!
by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Lets go Royals!!
FSN is so much better than RSTN!
by I need more Esteban on Mar 31, 2008 1:04 PM EDT reply actions
hey all
somehow an acct from another site took precedence with the name so im not thedude anymore.
but were here at UCLA bright and early ready to watch Gil Meche get this season going!
THE DRIVE FOR .500!!!!!!
Greetings to the LA area!
Seattle is geared up and ready to go for Royals baseball!
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by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:07 PM EDT up reply actions
The broadcasting crew
So is it:
TV: Split and Lefebver
and
Radio: Denny & Davis?
I probably disagree with you.
Yea
And Frank White will fill in occasionally on TV, and Steve Stewart will fill in on radio from time to time.
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Ahhhh yeah!!!! Here we go!!!! Tigers take the field…
Don't Stop Believing!
LET'S GO DJ!
I'm looking for a career year for you buddy!
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I have high hopes as well
Get to Verlander right here with a walk!
Don't Stop Believing!
CRAP!!!!
This season is going to suck---- 50-112!!!
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It's looking ugly already
one out
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:09 PM EDT up reply actions
migth as well stop listening
the season is over!
Don't Stop Believing!
I have high hopes
Today is the day Verlander loses to the Royals.
I don't even care, I'm just pleased with the line up, for serious.
Boyfriend of the Year 2008: It's gonna be big!
by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:09 PM EDT reply actions
Grudz was Royals Player of the Year?
Yow, that's weak.
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They took away the strike zone, didn't they?
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:10 PM EDT up reply actions
it's official
my friend in Long Island said that they're showing the game while the Yankees are on rain delay!
Boyfriend of the Year 2008: It's gonna be big!
by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:11 PM EDT reply actions
And he stepped on Guillen
That's gritty with an edge
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Cabrera is a liability at third and Guillen isn't used to playing first
Nice defensive combination at the corners
I probably disagree with you.
but they'll hit
like 4000 HRs this year. :)
Don't Stop Believing!
This is where
Gload should be hitting.
Just kidding.
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That's
gritty veteran no-how.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 1:12 PM EDT reply actions
Wow, I guess everyone is stealing this year
Running Grudz against Pudge?????
I probably disagree with you.
c'mon, Gordon
make momma proud!
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by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:13 PM EDT reply actions
Horrible fucking call
That was at least 9 inches outside. Good plate discipline for Gordon actually.
I probably disagree with you.
Gordon still getting rookie treatment from the ump
That was almost a foot outside.
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come on Guillen
earn your moeny!
Don't Stop Believing!
What was Gordos reaction?
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 1:15 PM EDT reply actions
he stood there for a while showing that he didn't like the call
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:15 PM EDT up reply actions
He said
"Sir, I disagree with your judgment on that call and I wish to express my displeasure to you." before heading to the dugout.
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Pissed
said something to him as he walked away
by I need more Esteban on Mar 31, 2008 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions
guillen
lets see what you can do brother. looks pretty good in royal blue.
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Not very clutch
Guess he can't handle the media spotlight of Kansas City.
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Anyone else concerned that Hillman sent Grudz against one of the best throwing catchers in baseball?
I probably disagree with you.
thought about it
but I think he was just being a littley cagey.
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He made it didn't he?
Hillman is crazy like a fox.
Actually, Pudge wasn't all that great last year. Its just one year, but some scouts think he's slippin.
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Not really...glad to see him moving the runners
I'd rather be watching baseball.
by Sisquatch Kids on Mar 31, 2008 1:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Lets do this now!
we made Verlander toss 21 pitches that inning!
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This ump's strike zone is all over the place
Sometimes tight, sometimes huge
I probably disagree with you.
thedude...i mean..."wildthang"
I am going to tease you about this for the rest of the season, you have no idea. maybe for the rest of your life.
On the bright side, you now get to change your fantasy team name =-O!
Boyfriend of the Year 2008: It's gonna be big!
by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:20 PM EDT reply actions
oh my god no
this is horrible.
I do deserve it though. I don't know how it happened but the shame is all mine.
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so fun story
I brought fabric to work on the blanket...but I forgot the Royals printed fabric. So I have to wait for next week so my dad can bring it to me :-\
Boyfriend of the Year 2008: It's gonna be big!
by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:23 PM EDT up reply actions
hahaha nice
its all good. It was well intentioned at least.
Accidentally not thedude925 anymore. I do hate this new name.
i always have good intentions
you should know this by now ;)
Unless of course we're talking about your new screenname. Then I have no mercy. Muahaha.
Boyfriend of the Year 2008: It's gonna be big!
by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions
unbelievable
well just don't wear yourself out today.
162 games. Its a marathon not a sprint.
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That away Gload
Billy Butler would have totally booted that....or tried to eat the baseball.
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the season is saved!
162-0.
Don't Stop Believing!
dandy curve
nice
Finally coming back to the 'K'!!!! I'm going to be there 7/11/08, vs the SEA Mariners, of course!
by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:21 PM EDT reply actions
hey I remember that
The Meche signature walk with no one on and two outs!
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Why isn't he? Or hitting third?
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Veteran treatement for Sheff I suppose
He is grittier.
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Is it just me?
Or has Meche actually trimmed down a little bit, in terms of weight?
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by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:24 PM EDT reply actions
his pregame interview
said he was focusing on his core strengthening during the offseason.
Don't Stop Believing!
ITS FOX!
EVERYTHING IS LOUD AND IN YOUR FACE! ACTION! JUMPING ROBOTS! NFL FOOTBALL! TO THE EXTREME!!!!!
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he lost a bit of control in the later batters
I think that will happen with all pitchers today. They keep their hands and arms nice and warm in the dugout, then they get colder and colder as an inning progresses, which takes the "feel" off the pitches.
I probably disagree with you.
Nice first inning
In other notes, how bout them Hawks! Gotta beat the Heels!
by I need more Esteban on Mar 31, 2008 1:27 PM EDT reply actions
The Hawks rule supreme
And I hope they are victorious this weekend.
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Losing is not an option
and I would prefer a blowout. Can't wait to see Roy cry.
"I've seen the future and it's much like the present only longer." - Dan Quisenberry
It would have been off the baggy in Minnesota
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions
The former baggy in Minnesota..
I saw Thome hit one off of it my first trip to the Metrodome and my God I have never seen a ball hit further before or since... It was CRUSHED..
new member
been a member of rr for about three days and i love it!
Welcome, have fun and don't take it personally when I disagree with you. :)
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Welcome to the party!
Finally coming back to the 'K'!!!! I'm going to be there 7/11/08, vs the SEA Mariners, of course!
by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Butler takes Verlander to the
warning track. You never know if that goes out in a smaller park with nicer weather.
Anyone remember that
opening day when Lima and co. gave up three jacks to dmitri young?
that sucked.
Accidentally not thedude925 anymore. I do hate this new name.
it was like a horrible horrible flashback
and andy sisco was doing well in it.
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I have repressed the Lima era from my memory
Except for this:
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I'm pretty optimistic just from the first semester
As long as we get some run support I'll be a proud momma
Boyfriend of the Year 2008: It's gonna be big!
by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:29 PM EDT reply actions
and by semester
i meant inning. I'm still in school mod, urgh.
Boyfriend of the Year 2008: It's gonna be big!
by loyal2theroyals on Mar 31, 2008 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions
i was thinking the same thing
Make him pitch just a little, at least...
Don't Stop Believing!
Very gritty of Gload
To almost get Inge and Ordonez to collide. He is such a smart ballplayer.
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I actually think they're swinging at good pitches
2 of those swings made good solid contact
I almost posted
something similar, but I didn't want the wrath to come down on me for bringing up BB on this most glorious day...
Don't Stop Believing!
I do not like the new Gameday
I liked when it was in a small, self-contained window. The use of full-size Internet Explorer makes me have to scroll to see the whole thing
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!
I still want them to work and take some early pitches
It will be much easier hitting against their bullpen than their ace.
I probably disagree with you.
Have you seen the Tigers bullpen
Yorman Bazardo? Aquilino Lopez? Bobby Seay? Not exactly Sparky Lyle and Goose Gossage.
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How do you know how big his,
never mind.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 1:36 PM EDT up reply actions
question
is 1030am too early to break out a guiness?
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your kidding right
its never too early for a guiness
It goes perfectly with breakfast
In a way, it is breakfast.
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if its any difference
im enjoying an ice cold natural light
Jacque Jones
The bane of my existence. He kills the Royals. I also saw Royal-killer Luis Rivas is back in the bigs, thankfully with the Pirates.
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Medche absolutely dominated Jones throughout that entire plate appearance
K, K...and K
I probably disagree with you.
It does suck
but it's better than nothing
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 1:39 PM EDT up reply actions
did you get premium?
the 1.2 mb feed isn't working for me. kinda sucks.
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lets get out of this AB quick
let inge put it in play.
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Yea
But even he has pretty decent power. You don't get to relax with this lineup.
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yeah these are tight
almost...allllmost too much to keep up with.
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all ya gotta do
is when a new comment notification pops up either hit C or Z and it'll tab right to the new comments.
glad you like them!
we're excited to see how well they perform on opening day
I'm one of the guys that built the new SB Nation
by Trei Brundrett on Mar 31, 2008 1:44 PM EDT up reply actions
a++ thus far
and we are the lucky ones who get to test it out first, love that as well. there is just lots of love pouring outta me right now, for about 15 more minutes until i have to go to work..then i get pissy.
ok good
first pitch out.
not too much damage. Lets see if we cant put up a couple here.
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We do not seem to have
The $55 million man today.
Nice strikeouts, but two baserunners per? Not gonna cut it against the Tigers.
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!
i think so
when i changed the i's to u's it made it seem more nasty
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Ah John Buck
A true two outcomes hitter - strikeout and home run.
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Chuck Meriweather
Didn't he have a supporting role in "The Shining"?
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is anyone else a fan of the new commentators
i enjoy the new sarcasism
I like Split and Lefebvre
They're a good team. Bob Davis needs to be squeezed out. Steve Stewart is a bit bland, has a dull, corny sense of humor, but seems really knowledgable.
I'd like Nate Bukaty to get a shot at the booth someday.
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Uh oh
DJ hurt, pulled from the game already. I assume its his ankle that was giving him problems last week.
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it's only the 1st game!
but yea your right
by KC Masterpiece on Mar 31, 2008 1:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Go Gator!
He'll get an H, SB, and R this game.
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by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:50 PM EDT reply actions
I doubt he hits the DL
He was walking around. Probably a day-to-day thing. I think he just tweaked his ankle.
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But if he does go to the DL
I guess the choices are Costa (he's still in our system, right?), Maier, Hollins, or Shealy and treat German as an outfielder.
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Moore's defense & pitching plan
Great plan on the surface, but it ain't gonna work without some power & OBP on the side. And not when we pull the veteran presence and team leader card. Not in 2008.
Meche has looked pretty good today
but seems to be hanging a few breaking balls.
I'd rather be watching baseball.
Over 340 posts already
Good job folks! I'm really enjoying the game so far --- I hope you are too.
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by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:56 PM EDT reply actions
is there a way to turn off the instant updated comments?
I like it but it's somewhat distracting and my browser seems to be locking up.
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Makes It Difficult
To post, too.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Just wait til he hits Greektown
The gyros in Detroit are fantastic.
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how is guillen going to get cabrera better pitches?
thats not true at all.
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YUM
Love Guillen's arm
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by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 1:58 PM EDT reply actions
NICE GUN GUILLEN!!!!
Worth every penny of his $36 million contract. Awesome throw!
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Sit down mutha...
YEAH! Guillen's golden arm!
Don't Stop Believing!
Callaspo time?
Finally coming back to the 'K'!!!! I'm going to be there 7/11/08, vs the SEA Mariners, of course!
by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 2:02 PM EDT reply actions
I hope so
I love free bases
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions
we need to get a couple runners here
heart of the lineup.
Accidentally not thedude925 anymore. I do hate this new name.
Not yet apparently
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 2:04 PM EDT up reply actions
I would think
that if he were coming in, it would have been by now for the running aspect...
Don't Stop Believing!
In honor of Grudz....
I just ate a mouthful of sand...that's only about 10% of the grit that he has, though
by Slim Intoxicado on Mar 31, 2008 2:03 PM EDT reply actions
Gritz Eats That
Much sand before he gets up in the morning.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 2:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Does anyone else notice?
That Gordon hasn't exactly inspired at the plate this spring (& today). He just waived at that fastball right down the middle and missed. It looks like he took the eye off the ball early, while he was lunging toward right field.
This isn't what I want for the next 15 years from our possible franchise face. (Yes, I said 15 years).
No way.
This isn't gut reaction. I'm not concernedat all at this point. I hope Barnett (or Hillman?) can fix what's wrong, because it appears something /is/ wrong.
by Royals Nation on Mar 31, 2008 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions
patience
why are you swinging there?
that was ball four.
Accidentally not thedude925 anymore. I do hate this new name.
RR -- you should let craftwerks know the autorefresh
is farked. If you turn it off, and then refresh the page, it's back on again.
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you can make that setting sticky
go to Edit Settings in the sidebar menu and then switch the option labeled 'Live update comment threads with new comments?' to No and click the 'Update' button at the bottom of the page.
I'm one of the guys that built the new SB Nation
by Trei Brundrett on Mar 31, 2008 2:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Its Billy time
I feel good and i hate XMO
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there is a rumor to that effect
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions
did nobody pn the team watch Grudz?
As usual, he showed us how to win. Follow his lead, children. Get hit by a bunch of pitches, and we will score.
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Good to see the volume of comments
I'm not used to the new system yet, but the auto-refresh sure is nice
True. Blue. Third Place in 2008.
I have a feeling
it is going to be very common to see Billy at 5-10 against a lot of pitchers.
Don't Stop Believing!
Our plate approach is terrible today
Still time to turn it around if we can get Verlander out of there, but there have been a lot of ugly, ugly AB's
True. Blue. Third Place in 2008.
anyone watching mlbtv
its just one announcer talking on and on about where he's located in the stands-- they forgot to turn off the video feed
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Doesn't bother me IF
he routinely gets out of it with a low pitch count.
Problem is, he's not today.
We can't get Brandon Inge out?
Is Inge one of those guys who just has Gil Meche's number? Most pitchers have a guy or two like that.
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just checked out bless you boys
its the tigers blog....44 comments, pathetic
They don't have the veteran presence
....of a grudz69 or loyal2's dad.
Nor do they have the grit of a JQ or NYRoyal.
by Royals Nation on Mar 31, 2008 2:25 PM EDT up reply actions
wow.
that is pathetic.
Don't Stop Believing!
but I guess
they could all be at the game...
Don't Stop Believing!
but we sucked
and they've been to the WS since the internet was invented...
Don't Stop Believing!
The Royals have an amazing blogosphere.
I mean, amazing. I really think it rivals that of the Red Sox. It's like this weird (but cool) midwest cult following behind a computer screen.
I always check forums for other teams....most teams on Scout.com and SB Nation don't have near the participation we get here.
by Royals Nation on Mar 31, 2008 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions
thats next year
its not 2005 anymore. our long term wild projections now have to have a 1 in the third digit column.
ugh. oldness.
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one of my friends from college
had a great/terrible nickname for sheffield... too bad i can't say it here
Wow, where was that pitch?
Looking at the replay, it was right at the knees. We really need QuesTech in baseball.
At least Gil
is making Verlander sit a long time. He shouldn’t be able to go too long due to down time.
Don't Stop Believing!
Where did that huge strikezone go?
How bout some consistency, blue!
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 2:26 PM EDT reply actions
That swing looked great
... until the camera switched the outfield.
by Ian Casselberry on Mar 31, 2008 2:30 PM EDT reply actions
I am already sick of Gload and his first pitch swinging
Actually, I was sick of it last year.
I probably disagree with you.
Strike1
Looked like the Ball 4 on Sheffield call
Exactly
Verlander is getting every call
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Sounds Like Yesterday's
Basketball game.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions
That makes me happy
Lovin' it
Finally coming back to the 'K'!!!! I'm going to be there 7/11/08, vs the SEA Mariners, of course!
by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions
so i just scrolled down form the top
and happened to stop on the picture of Lima's wife... with my boss (female) standing nearby...
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Well done.
You have completed the trials and are now a Jedi.
Finally coming back to the 'K'!!!! I'm going to be there 7/11/08, vs the SEA Mariners, of course!
by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Mar 31, 2008 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions
good news!
You're about to have a lot more free time to go to games...
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My apologies
But I think even females can appreciate the uh, skills, of Mrs. Lima
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No excuse for Buck taking that third strike. It was way too good to take.
I probably disagree with you.
They're going to be
Running "eliminators" after the game today.
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Pena is averaging more than 4 pitches per plate appearance. That's progress.
I probably disagree with you.
I have
no confidence in TPJ hitting!
by I need more Esteban on Mar 31, 2008 2:35 PM EDT reply actions
Alex K Gordon
first two PA:
Strikeout and almost GIDP.
One man with courage makes a majority - Andrew Jackson
by Home Run Tony Cogan on Mar 31, 2008 2:37 PM EDT reply actions
71 through 4 isn't too bad for us against Verlander
Maybe he'll only go 6. Please
I probably disagree with you.
by Scott McKinney on Mar 31, 2008 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Damn Ryan Zimmerman
For killing the Nationals' rally last night! He should be off the team!!1
by Royals Nation on Mar 31, 2008 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
so i guess he gets skipped
in the first round through the rotation? So do we see Greinke at the K?
Don't Stop Believing!
This game's
turning into a huge cliche--Tigers hit everything, Verlander dominates, Royals hit nothing, Meche gets no run support, TPJ may figure out a way to strike out during the Tigers half of the inning...
Hopefully not a microcosm of the season.
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 2:41 PM EDT reply actions
All too true, it...
...seems as of the 5th inning. Wow. bummer. - TL
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
rally time
they'll scrabble something together......its still early.
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Mar 31, 2008 2:42 PM EDT reply actions
Only if Verlander
Doesn't throw a CG (here's to long at bats in the 6th
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, Gil finally retired 3 Tigers in a row
Shame about the leadoff homer...at least it was a solo.
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Blowey Gathwrong
I know the local KC yappers have a collective hard on for Joey v DeJesus, but until Joey demonstrates he can get on base, DeJesus is DeJesus.
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Mar 31, 2008 2:44 PM EDT reply actions
For radio listeners
How would you like your name called for the SonicSlam in Detroit vs. Verlander with Gathright and Grudz up.
That poor sap.
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 2:45 PM EDT reply actions
ESPN is blocked out in Detroit, too
The blackout is on.
www.blessyouboys.com
by Ian Casselberry on Mar 31, 2008 2:45 PM EDT reply actions
Nikiski Is On
The air! And Gritz comes through again! Look out, Tigers.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions
If Bob Davis
says Verlander "is a perfect 6-0 against the Royals lifetime", I want Denny to slap him.
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 2:46 PM EDT reply actions
That's "again"
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I hate Detroit fans
They're so loud and obnoxious I can hear their jeers clearly on MLBTV
Grudz perfect so far
On base every time, even though this is his first hit.
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!
That was a strike down the middle to...
...Gordon last time. That first inning call was amazingly bad.
Who wants to retract
their Gordon remarks and the Sonic Slam remarks? LOL. I know you both will gladly.
I will gladly
Here's to Bob what's-his-name getting the best of his one chance at Sonic goodness!
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
He Couldn't Have
Done it without Gritz's veteran presence leading the way.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Sonic Slam!!!!
My memories of Sonic are not good. A-Gor really hits 'em when he does it. I remember the two in the Metrodome last year, both in the upper deck.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
and at 1:48 p.m. Monday March 31
RR v. 2.0 nearly died.
awesome
lets put the pressure on.
Raise your hand if you aren't afraid of the Tigers pen/
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Did someone forget...
to tell Verlander that batting practice was over?
That was a shot!
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 2:54 PM EDT reply actions
i believe it was Rany
who indicated that Gordon's homeruns were the longest in the league on average, ahead of Prince Fielder. Good stuff, that.
BTW this is how my browser's been acting all night -- and the reason I was questioning turning off comments --- i guess being far away sort of acts as an early warning stress test
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The Kitties Are
Helping him. And yes, my browser is going nuts. I thought it was just this work computer.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Gordon's HR...
seems to have inspired Gilgameche. 1-2-3, sitting em down.
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 2:55 PM EDT reply actions
I told you...
That Smirky would come through big. Royals seize back the momentum!!!
One man with courage makes a majority - Andrew Jackson
by Home Run Tony Cogan on Mar 31, 2008 2:56 PM EDT reply actions
I love the fact
That the Royals post-game show is sponsored by Boulevard Beer.
I got to tour their brewery a few weeks ago. Mighty tasty samples.
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Just your sobriety
It is free, with time to sample some of their products at the end. But you have to make a reservation.
My dad is doing the Brew-to-Brew run this Sunday where they run from Boulevard Brewery on SW Blvd to Free State Brewery in Lawrence.
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Love the bully
I play lacrosse, and our team is sponsered by the brewery. We get two parties a year at the brewery. In case you're wondering... It's fabulous.
Don't Stop Believing!
Lets Go Royals!!!
We can do this!
B.T.W. - The Mlb.tv Premium has been awful and choppy today - I switched to the radio broadcast - Denny Matthews sounds great.
Good eye Teahen
If you can't hit for power, at least become a Tony Phillips-type walk machine that plays all over the field.
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Verlander's Only 10
Pitches behing Gillie in pitch count through 6.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
Teahen
could be a pretty decent ball player I think if he doesn't have to be the centerpiece of the offense.
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Or....1B up the middle!
OK, I'll take it. Yes, the Tigers bullpen!
by Royals Nation on Mar 31, 2008 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions
GLOAD EXPLODED!
And check out the best baserunner in the league!
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Time for Gload to...
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Teahen running!
Gload exploding! Verlander leaving!
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 3:00 PM EDT reply actions
baseball!
its a little fun when you can score a couple runs!
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C'mon Buck
Get a hold of something against Grilli--just deep enough will be fine
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 3:03 PM EDT reply actions
Who's got the mighty, mighty momentum?
BRING ON THE BULLPEN!
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How about some leg kick?!?!?!?
I want your damn knees above your head on this swing Bucky!!!
Don't Stop Believing!
Sounds like
He's swinging for the fences. In Kansas City.
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 3:04 PM EDT reply actions
TPJ
opening day triple on deck!
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 3:05 PM EDT reply actions
BUCKY!
Buddy Bell will now bench you the next two games.
And it all started when Teahen clogged the bases by walking.
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Good one...
...I wonder if Dusty will gone down in the HoF for that quote. - TL
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
slash it on the pulled in infield...
Don't Stop Believing!
Two foul bunts… this is when he hits the triple...
Don't Stop Believing!
good enough
lets get this lead and hold on!
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i like our pen more than theirs..
na-na-na-na-na-na-naahhhh
Don't Stop Believing!
That play's from the Japanese Leagues
Unseen in the US until now.
Someone tell Leyland
That Joey G doesn't really have a lefty/righty split.
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Props to Polanco
For getting his team something on that play. Tip of the hat where due.
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Thompkins Industries
Actually had an entertaining ad welcoming Hillman to KC in Japanese. I know that's where I'm going for all my hose repair needs
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 3:10 PM EDT reply actions
Leyland
showing Joey Gathright way too much respect
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by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 3:13 PM EDT reply actions
come on come on
grudz needs to just drop the hammer and get on again.
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anybody else enjoying the "power of love" music during the change
what movie is that from?.
the year was 1985
the movie was Back to the Future
I consider that to be a good omen...
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Yea, I get pitching matchups
But for guys like Gathright and Grudz? I would have thought he'd reserve Seay for Gordon.
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Grudz
Royals Hall of Fame. Done.
Sometimes you just gotta roll the potato.
by CentralChamps2009 on Mar 31, 2008 3:16 PM EDT reply actions
Let's go Royals
LET'S GO SMIRKY!
YOU SUCK, GORDON
One man with courage makes a majority - Andrew Jackson
by Home Run Tony Cogan on Mar 31, 2008 3:17 PM EDT reply actions
Morgan Fears Gritz
Most of all, and with good reason!
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
I was just about to post
That I expected Grudz to reach by catcher's interference this time. Fortunately, I was wrong.
Why the heck can't I type my posts without the screen refreshing three times in the middle?
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tomko
lets hope for the best.
hang on tight!
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TOMKO?!??!
I do not get this decision at all. He should not be our 7th inning short relief guy.
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anyone else nervous about tomko coming in
i dont really have a ton of confidence in him
Count me in...
not much confidence in someone the Cards deemed not good enough. And with that pitching staff.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Sucks that we didn't have room for Peralta
Peralta is tough against righties, and the Tigers have a very right-handed heavy lineup.
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He's proven the same in the pen
His numbers are about the same in relief as they are as a starter.
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Not crazy about Tomko here
probably trying ot get him some work...I think he'll miss his first turn in the rotation...so they're trying to get him some work (in a 3-3 game...weird)
I'd rather be watching baseball.
4-3 game...my bad
I'd rather be watching baseball.
by Sisquatch Kids on Mar 31, 2008 3:24 PM EDT up reply actions
I guess
But it seems like winning the game should be more important than getting Tomko his work in.
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That way to start off.......crap!
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by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 3:23 PM EDT reply actions
Yeeks
My gut says "second coming of Jason Grimsley."
I pray I'm wrong.
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Our best...
...mediocre signing ever. But now he'll go down in opening day lore. - TL
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
Opening day lore
Along side Mendy Lopez and Onix Concepcion
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that was HUGE
isnt that the first DP of the year
Also Brett Tomko's Dad
named the Cleveland Cavaliers the "Cavaliers."
Interesting fact of the day from the Detroit announcers.
Tomko=Badass
And it took me over a minute to post this. This sucks. It's either frozen or jumping around.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
Whew
Time to walk someone else now, I guess. There's room on the bases now.
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!
c'mon!!!!
strike him out!
Don't Stop Believing!
I think..
.. people are having problems at certain times when 5-10 comments come in all at once and the post box keeps moving because of the incoming comments.. And good work Tomko (I have to admit I was very scared there)
This Is Constant
Maybe this board isn't used to this level of lunacy.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah. But who knew...
...that opening day would be so much fun---even if virtually?! - TL
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
95 mph
Where the hell did that come from? Did someone take some steroids for breakfast?
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Or Flintstones...
...vitamins. Was it Sammy Sosa who said that? - TL
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
Never have I been
So happy to be wrong
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!
Put some stank on it, Ike!
Don't Stop Believing!
Both starting pitchers have earily
similar stats today...Gilbert with a better ERA though.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 3:32 PM EDT reply actions
i like it. i like it. i like it.
Go Royals! C'mon Butler.
Don't Stop Believing!
6 more outs and
we can escape with the opening day W
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Butler Should Clock
This guy, but in the time it took to post this he popped up.
Let's go, boys, to the toppermost of the poppermost!
a triple for teahen
comeon gload....inge is tryin to find himself a permanent spot on the roster other than reserve
too much grit??
Inge
He thought he was superman for a second...he wasn't even close to catching that
Chicks Dig
The dive.
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by philofthenorth on Mar 31, 2008 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions
We don't expect our...
...WS title handed to us on a platter. - TL
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
If people keep...
...posting two comments each, we'll be at 1000 before we know it. - TL
"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner
Okay Tomko, you suck again
What is Trey doing here? Ron Mahay seems like he could be a decent 8th inning guy. What gives?
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why are we trying to get two from tomko?
jesus
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Where is FireBell?
Time for him to change to FireHillman
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Crap
I was right after all, just an inning too early.
Why can't our Guillen do that?
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!
Someone asked earlier,
but where is Grudz69?
One might suspect NYRoyal had something to do with his disappearence.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 3:42 PM EDT reply actions
Just all part of the conspiracy
To deprive Meche of wins.
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Get Soria ready for the ninth
I'd put him in, regardless of whether or not we take the lead.
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i don't know
soria had some rough patches in ST. but i guess we've got to throw him in there eventually.
This post is designed solely....
...to help us approach that very realistic goal of 1000 comments.
Also, I might add that Tomko's stuff doesn't look that bad. A dandy breaking ball strike out.
Agreed
Tomko actually looked pretty good there.
And I do like Hillman thinking outside the box there. Honestly, we don't really have an 8th inning guy. hopefully Mahay, Peralta and/or Yabuta can be that eventually, but we really don't know.
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there was no real reason not to call on Soria
for the 8th. Buck - Pena - Gathright does not inspire a whole lot of confidence....
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todd jones
is awful in non save situations
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no...
seems like a GREAT time for callaspo.
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 3:48 PM EDT up reply actions
sure Hillman is saving him for a save situation
lame but tue
I wanna know what love is, I want you to show me
Soria...
is warming up as well. If they're still tied, Hillman might want to bring in Nunez for the ninth and save soria for extra innings.
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions
I hate that kind of thinking though
If Nunez makes one mistake, there is no chance to bring in Soria.
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Win or lose...
... I'm proud of the way the Royals battled back against a very good team at their place. It's hard not to love that.
Blown Save
What the hell!!
Why didn't he give Pena time when he asked for it???
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 3:52 PM EDT reply actions
I have
a bad feeling about the 9th. I hope I'm wrong.
by I need more Esteban on Mar 31, 2008 3:54 PM EDT reply actions
You're not alone.
And I hope we're both wrong.
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 3:55 PM EDT up reply actions
is anybody watching on foxsports
whats with all the serious commercials...talk about a debbie downer
gotta go now..
have to be at an appointment in one hour...still havent showered...Hope I miss our first victory!
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 3:55 PM EDT reply actions
I hate my job
i love my gameday on the laptop
The first thing I know about someone in a KC hat is that they're loyal.
strike one.
get 'em tiger!
Don't Stop Believing!
he had to K him twice there.
Fortunately, he still get the job done.
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions
i'm completely in love with the new board layout.
i think it's easier to post......
The first thing I know about someone in a KC hat is that they're loyal.
Grudz!!!
Wasn't afraid to eat dirt on that diving catch.
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 3:58 PM EDT reply actions
i just about lost audio there...
I was going to go all ape shit on the computer if so...
Don't Stop Believing!
Funny how the posts are even
slower than gameday...
OK really gotta go now. damn!
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Mar 31, 2008 3:59 PM EDT reply actions
Ump
is not giving the outside corner at all to Leo.
by RoyalsFanInBillings on Mar 31, 2008 4:00 PM EDT reply actions
Chef with 4 BBs today?
Seriously?
Don't Stop Believing!
no kidding.
i would prefer a little younger, but I guess you have to pay your dues or some such cliche to get the respect.
Don't Stop Believing!
Like Sheffield?
Are you crazy? That guy's Jerk #1. He's a whiner. He's also a suspected PED guy. So, I'll take what we have, thank you very much. - TL
you mean, a semi-provenPED user who is jerk #1 also (Guillen)?
and many former players who were users? and i'm sure all of our players are Mike Sweeney 's. I don't care about all that. I want a guy who will take 31 pitches in one game.
Don't Stop Believing!
Nunez
Looks really good. He reminds me of how Soria looked last year. Great command, good movement, good velocity.
He also looks older.
The umpire has been terrible with Sheff. He bitches and moans and they cave in to him. A couple of those called balls were strikes.
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you really oughta open a new thread once y'all pass 1000 comments
I'm one of the guys that built the new SB Nation
by Trei Brundrett on Mar 31, 2008 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions
lets go
i want to see us run them this inning.
Accidentally not thedude925 anymore. I do hate this new name.
grudz is the player of the game
no question about it
Where
are the Grudz haters at today!?!
by I need more Esteban on Mar 31, 2008 4:07 PM EDT reply actions
I don't hate Grudz...
...I just want to trade him.
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Leyland says<
"Look Bautista, we know you suck. But damn son, we need a win to impress the Baseball Tonight people!"
Hard to respect a team
that employs Denny Bautista on its opening day roster
True. Blue. Third Place in 2008.
that super, super, super, super slow mo camera...
... is orgasmic
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Jesus
Get Questec now. The disparity between Gordon's strike zone and Sheffield's strike zone is ridiculous.
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that was the pitch to hit for Guillen
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jose guillen
step up and introduce yourself
Accidentally not thedude925 anymore. I do hate this new name.
THE UMP IS FROM DETROIT
He grew up a Tigers fan.
http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/official_info/umpires/bio.jsp?id=2968
Davis just called the ump out.
Don't Stop Believing!
He's on my fantasy team...
... I hope he's on the 'Roids!
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Nunez is looking good...
... but I still can't believe we traded Benito Santiago for him...
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I'm one of the guys that built the new SB Nation
by Trei Brundrett on Mar 31, 2008 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Wicked!
The lion dominates the Tigers!
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!
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