Arguably the most successful all-around aspect of this Royals season was the work they got out of the bullpen on a consistent basis.  If the Royals managed to get a lead by the 7th, it was safe (until the 9th).  There was a lot to like about the work from the relievers this year, so I guess it was only fitting for Aaron Crow to represent the Royals in the All-Star Game.  I guess.  It is a pretty sad argument to make, but Crow being the Royals All-Star was at least better than Mark Redman. Or Ken Harvey. And maybe Mike MacDougal.  So there's that.

• Greg Holland led the bullpen in appearances after his May 19th debut.
• Tim Collins led the team in total appearances.
• Everett Teaford led the team in frequent traveler miles.
• Louis Coleman has a funky delivery.
• Felipe Paulino had arguably the best relief appearance of the season:  4.1 IP, 1 H, 3 K against the Rangers in his Royals debut about twenty minutes after arriving at the stadium.
• Mitch Maier.