I know at least one person here "fuck@ng hates"* Aviles, but the Red Sox starting shortstop would be among Royals leaders with 5 2B, 3 HR, 20 hits, 10 RBI - and would only be tied with Francoeur and Bourgeois at getting picked-off. Granted, it is a small sample size and Aviles was inconsistent last year before collapsing, only to rebound in Boston at .317/.340/.436 to close out 2011.

Here are actual comments on “Over the Monster” from clearly non-insane fans:

Aviles had a double.

Nice snare by Aviles.

Aviles.

Crushed it!

aviles making me look smart

Really liking Aviles in the leadoff spot

Credit where it is due to Bobby V.

Blackburn is terrible . . . Aviles is really raking though.

I knew . . . Aviles would be good.

Mike Aviles, ladies and gentlemen.

Really liking Aviles right now.

Aviles!!!!!!!!

Aviles!

I was thrilled to have Aviles, always liked him

Aviles: 3 extra base hits tonight

Gonzales: 5 extra base hits so far this year

Aviles 4 for 5

Aviles on fire

4 hits tonight!

I miss Yamico.

Aviles has actually looked good in a Red Sox uniform.

* attempted humor