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Game 104 Open Thread- Rangers (46-58) at Royals (46-57)

Cimg0036_tiny by Freneau on in Kansas City Royals News

The Royals go for their fourth straight victory and a series sweep of Texas today at the K. As Mike Votta points out in his game preview, the Royals have won three straight five times, but have only extended the winning streak beyond this point once.

The Rangers send Simi Valley Ca. native  CKameron Loe (5-8, 5.59 ERA) to the hill. Loe's now spent four big league seasons bouncing back and forth between the bullpen and the rotation, a method the Royals have used to the great frustration of many.

And to that end, the Royals counter with Leo Nunex (0-0, 2.25 ERA), who today will make his 50th big league appearance, but just his second  as a starter.  

• RR favorite Sam Mellinger on Matthews and his loyalty to the Royals.

• Dutton on Dotel rumors.

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Congrats to "buddyball" for correctly predicting last night's final score (although "royalsnation" also predicted 6-5, three hours later). He'll receive a free RR T-Shirt to commemorate his wisdom.

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first....
yes, my world is round again...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 12:54 PM EDT reply actions  

second!
i wont be here for the game, have to go to church, but hopefully i can catch the last couple of innings.

im feeling confident today, i know there isnt a competition thingy but i will still have a stab at it....

royals 7 rangers 4

nunez pitches well again, 3 earned in 6 innings and our pen surrenders a run in the 7th before closing it out.

by rockchalk on Jul 29, 2007 1:00 PM EDT reply actions  

sweep
will they allow a broom into the k?

by ohyeah on Jul 29, 2007 1:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Wiffie LaPoo Shall Lead Us
Actually, he bats last, but his .161 BA gives him veteran presence you just can't buy.....for less than $5,000,000. Gordon supplants Teahen in the 3 hole; a first? Gload will bat 5th because....Gload will bat 5th. Still no Sanders trade.

D. DeJesus cf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .279  
E. German 2b 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .280  
A. Gordon 3b 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .245  
B. Butler dh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .315  
R. Gload 1b 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .284  
M. Teahen rf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .280  
R. Sanders lf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .314  
T. Pena Jr. ss 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .284  
J. LaRue c 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .161

Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 1:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Here's to a Royals sweep
Reminiscent of the final three games of the first half in 2003, when the Royals swept the Rangers. I'm predicting an 8-6 finish today. Leo Nunez goes 4-5 innings and gives up 4 runs. Peralta, Gobble, Soria, and Dotel close out the game.
http://royalsnation.proboards62.com/

by Royals Nation on Jul 29, 2007 2:13 PM EDT reply actions  

I love Noonie.
Don't know why.

Just really enjoy watching this 10-year-old pitch.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:13 PM EDT reply actions  

All right a 1-2-3 inning for Nuney....
Lala actually made a catch.  He brings his powerful .161 ave. to this game.  I am sure the Rangers will put a new type of D. on just for Lala....

Go Blue...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Go Dej.....
lets score early an often today....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Like Voting
In Chicago.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good Lord
Anyone watching the game on RSTN notice that sudden transition from quiet game to that obnoxiously loud dance song?
http://royalsnation.proboards62.com/

by Royals Nation on Jul 29, 2007 2:20 PM EDT reply actions  

I see
You're not a Bob Davis fan? Neither am I.
http://royalsnation.proboards62.com/

by Royals Nation on Jul 29, 2007 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well, we're on a 3-game win streak with
me doing it this way, I'm not changing now.

And no, I'm not a huge fan of Bob. But that's more cause of his KU ties.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well that was REALLY easy...
Come on guys lets get some hits here....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Noonie gives Marlon the Bird.
Terrible pun, I know.

Still made him look silly.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:22 PM EDT reply actions  

2-up, 2-down.
Good job Noonie.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:23 PM EDT reply actions  

As an aside, not to beat a dead horse but
I would have loved to see Noonie start that Tuesday game against NY.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Hey guys
What do you think they'll limit his pitch count to? 90 something?
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Boom Boom's getting his hacks in today...
three pitches, three swings. Fly out to right.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Go Butts...... with Gload and T....
We should score this inning....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Ross Gload just hit
an infield double.

I shit you not.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh, man Gload is a grinder
Way to hustle, Gritty!
http://royalsnation.proboards62.com/

by Royals Nation on Jul 29, 2007 2:29 PM EDT reply actions  

You gotta love...
Gritty, grimy, grinders like Grud and Gload

by Home Run Tony Cogan on Jul 29, 2007 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

2 Innings
20 pitches; complete game, anyone?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on T
work this chump
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Bring him home T...
Gload exploded for a dribbling double...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Way to go Teabag!!!!
WOOHOO!!!!
http://royalsnation.proboards62.com/

by Royals Nation on Jul 29, 2007 2:31 PM EDT reply actions  

T!!!!
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Teacock Is Off
The proverbial schneid.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:32 PM EDT reply actions  

This team is streaking
I wonder what those cocky Rangers fans over at Lone Star Ball are saying.
http://royalsnation.proboards62.com/

by Royals Nation on Jul 29, 2007 2:32 PM EDT reply actions  

If I see
one of those "We're losing to the ROYAL?!" posts I'll laugh
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Gload Doubles To 2nd
And I just saw Adam Dunn ground out to the warning track.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on TJ,
big hit here!

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:34 PM EDT reply actions  

TPJ Is A
GIDP waiting to happen against this guy.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on Pena
get some runs in before La La bats
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:35 PM EDT reply actions  

TJ is amazing.
He's going to hit .300 with less than 10 walks.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:36 PM EDT reply actions  

TPJ Elevates
The ball and his game!
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:37 PM EDT reply actions  

LaRue is 0-for-20.
How's that for a buzzkill.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:37 PM EDT reply actions  

BTW...
what is the Rangers message board you're talking about?

Some of those comments last night were hysterical.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:38 PM EDT reply actions  

All right Jr. YES a double.... yup we sure need
a better SS.... .284 ave and plays great D....  he is my SS for the Royals....

3-1 Blue guys....

Lala swings at the first pitch.... ya right...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:38 PM EDT reply actions  

That is as far as LaRue can hit one.
Not even to the warning track.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:39 PM EDT reply actions  

so that makes him
0 for his last 21? Remind me again why he is on our team?
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:40 PM EDT reply actions  

a fly ball out... for Lala....
at least he made contact instead of K....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:40 PM EDT reply actions  

We are...
lighting this guy up.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Way to go DeJ.....
4-0  us.... I love this stuff.

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Rangers pitching flat out sucks
Hello another 4 run inning
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 2:41 PM EDT reply actions  

DDJ Plates
TPJ! If they're running this guy aot there to start,what does their long relief look like?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Ok Leo, you guy your runs
Now shut these clowns down
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:42 PM EDT reply actions  

All right Noonie... your team has given you
a 4-0 edge.  Now lets mow the Rangers down....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Leo V Loe
I like Leo. Right now Loe is a ground ball pitcher who can't get a ground ball; not good.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Two outs.
Well hit, but no problem for DJ.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:47 PM EDT reply actions  

What pitches does Nunez throw?
I remember him having a mid nineties fastball, but nothing else.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 2:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Three outs.
All catches by DJ.

I like it, Noonie.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Way to go, Noonie..... another
scoreless inning... this game is flying along...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 2:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Gload's single
travelled twice as far as his double. LOL.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:54 PM EDT reply actions  

royals...
playing well.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 2:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Somebody explain the infield double to me
I missed it, and it sounds....impossible.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 2:54 PM EDT reply actions  

it was...
a slow chopper between first and second and the second baseman charged hard but the ball got by him and rolled into no-man's land in the deep infield.  by the time the second baseman could get to the ball, gload had made it to second.  it wasn't an error because it would have been a very tough play.  just bad luck for the rangers.

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ignite A
2 out rally?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Both Pitchers Are Being
Economical in very different ways:

Pitches-strikes - K Loe 35-21; L Nunez 32-22.

Ground balls-fly balls - K Loe 2-4; L Nunez 2-7.

Batters faced - K Loe 11; L Nunez 10.

Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 2:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Meat of the order coming up
you can do it Nunez
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 2:57 PM EDT reply actions  

One pitch, One out.
Love that Noonie.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 2:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Infield Double
High chopper to 2nd.  2nd baseman charged it and swiped at it but missed it completely with the ball rolling behind him to the edge of the dirt.  Due to the 2B momentum towards home plate and Gload's head up baserunning Gload was easily able to make it to 2nd.

by royalbaz on Jul 29, 2007 2:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow, that's pretty ridiculous, infield double
That better make it to Sportscenter.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 2:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Gload's infield double....
He chopped the ball high, really high, off the plate.

The second baseman charged and tried to make a quick play on it but it went under his glove without touching the glove.

Gload never slowed down around first and the right fielder had to charge into the edge of the infield to get the ball.

By that time Ross was standing on second with an infield double.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Leo gets a K
So far he's been pitching to contact.  It's good to see him get a K.  But he's doing his job.  No complaints here.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Sit Down
Teix!
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:00 PM EDT reply actions  

it's amazing that we got nunez
for the carcass that was Benito Santiago

by marbotty on Jul 29, 2007 3:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Baird should have known a
"Juiceless" Santiago and Gonzalez were worthless.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Santiago was the Royals last decent catcher
Given the current options of Buck and LaRue, Santiago looks very good!

by jbrocato on Jul 29, 2007 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Noonie = Cy Young.
The real one not the award.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:04 PM EDT reply actions  

and...
nunez is the exterminator!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

But Nunez ends it by getting an out
49 pitches through 4 innings, sick. I'll take 6IP from the 10 year old...
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:04 PM EDT reply actions  

I love that if we put up 4 runs
and we get to our bullpen, I feel like we're always going to win.  

That hasn't happened since... ever, I think.

by marbotty on Jul 29, 2007 3:05 PM EDT reply actions  

1980
Until we got to the Phillies.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nunez Finally Has To
Work hard for an out. Looks like Byrd is having a breakout year of sorts from looking at his last 3 years of stats.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:05 PM EDT reply actions  

i'm excited...
about the upcoming jason la suck at bat.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:08 PM EDT reply actions  

LaRue Will
????????????????????????
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:09 PM EDT reply actions  

LaRue will spew
I like that
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 3:09 PM EDT reply actions  

His fastball
looks like it has lots of action on it, moving into right handed hitters (?)

by buddyball on Jul 29, 2007 3:10 PM EDT reply actions  

La La walks!!!!
Stop the presses.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:10 PM EDT reply actions  

I am really pulling....
For Lala to finish under .100 in BA this year, with 250 PAs. That way we don't have to worry about an extension for his grittyness and defense.
-- Royals Delegate to the land of the Salmon and Moose (Seattle)

by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Jul 29, 2007 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nooner
Is impressing big time so far. Two teams that put out pretty good O and he's shut them down. Little guys that throw a ton of heat usually don't last too long (supposedly), but Oswalt and Lincecum are both small guys that are "max-effort" and haven't really had injury problems (not comparing him to them by any stretch).

But, he doesn't cost much, might as well keep running his skinny ass out there and see what we've got.

by Home Run Tony Cogan on Jul 29, 2007 3:10 PM EDT reply actions  

3-0 Green Light
For LaPoo; why not?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:10 PM EDT reply actions  

HA! walking the worst hitter in baseball on 4
pitches. That's terrible.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:10 PM EDT reply actions  

id be scared
of pitching to la rue as well.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Nobody Wants To Be
The guy that finally surrenders a hit to LaPoo.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

if dejesus hits...
does la rue even know which direction to run?

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Lala
he's gotta keep the pressure on Buddy to keep playing him

by Freneau on Jul 29, 2007 3:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Buck and Larue got the right playing time
...this week.  Buddy finally deserves credit for that.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

scary to pitch to
wouldn't it be worse for him to get an actual hit off you?

by buddyball on Jul 29, 2007 3:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Did anyone realize...
that we have a Frenchy (LaRue), a Spaniard (DeJesus) and a German back to back to back in the batting order? Buddy, I now realize the genius of your ways!

by Home Run Tony Cogan on Jul 29, 2007 3:13 PM EDT reply actions  

He's starting to
overthrow. That's just a gritty move by Frenchy to go out and calm him down, that's all that is.

by Home Run Tony Cogan on Jul 29, 2007 3:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Nunez is not gettin' da calls
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:23 PM EDT reply actions  

huge at bat here
escape this inning, and I feel like the game is wrapped up

by Freneau on Jul 29, 2007 3:23 PM EDT reply actions  

73 pitches
I say let him pitch the 6th
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 3:26 PM EDT reply actions  

I'd let him start the 6th
...and see how it goes.  But I wouldn't let him get into too much trouble before I yank him.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes.... way to go Noonie....
We at least need six innings out of you...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 3:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Does he go
another inning or do they let the bullpen close the door.

by TXroyal on Jul 29, 2007 3:26 PM EDT reply actions  

yes.
you do. one more inning.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah, like NY said
let him pitch the 6th and see how it goes
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 3:27 PM EDT reply actions  

I think we gotta run him out there for the 6th
If he gets into trouble send in Peralta or whatever. If it weren't for Gerald Laird, he'd be throwing a no hitter.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:28 PM EDT reply actions  

this has probably been mentioned before
but...

the royals are 12-10 this month...

could guarantee a winning month with a win today

by Freneau on Jul 29, 2007 3:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow, 2 winning months in a row
while not having one at all for 4 years before that..not bad.
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ross Is
The Boss.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Denny Matthews on ESPN Classic right now
Denny is giving is induction speech on ESPN Classic right now.
Relive Royals History at royalsretro.blogspot.com

by RoyalsRetro on Jul 29, 2007 3:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Peralta up in the BP
As Nunez goes 3-2 on the leadoff hitter
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Zambrano Is Throwing
A 2 hit shutout through 7.1, and he has a hit. Man, would he look look in blue.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:35 PM EDT reply actions  

You Are Correct
Sir, and so would Teixeira, DP notwithstanding.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

He and Meche at the front of the rotation...
we could legitimately start thinking playoffs.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

I Love that classic Dennyism...
Next time you're at the store make sure you grab some Guy's nuts.   LOL

by royalbaz on Jul 29, 2007 3:36 PM EDT reply actions  

3-0 on Tex, if he gets on
It's Peralta time
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Noonie...
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Double play.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Or we could just get a double play
6 IP, 3 hits. Nunez gets it done, sweet.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Finally!!
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 3:37 PM EDT reply actions  

The pitcher's best friend
DP

Thank you for your very good work today, Leo.  The bullpen can handle it the rest of the way.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Has he earned another start?
I say yes.

But I wanted Noonie to have another start after his work in Boston.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Why not?
We have an open rotation spot and as long as Buddy continues to be careful with him, it sounds good to me.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

thats what you get...
for swinging 3-0, bitch!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Nunez Is A Cute
Kid; can we keep him?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:39 PM EDT reply actions  

What's our starters ERA in the last 4-5 games?
It's gotta be microscopic.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:39 PM EDT reply actions  

on to the...
bullpen! great start leo!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Nevermind...
Buddy just shook his hand.

OK. Good work Noonie.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nope, Leo isn't done yet
Looks like he's gonna start the 7th...
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Okay, nevermind.
He was still in the dugout and I read that as him not being done. My bad.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

to be clear...
...he deserves to be in the game.  but if in the second you'd have told me that he'd still be throwing in the sixth, i'd have been shocked.

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

I have yet to
see Nunez pitch live or on t.v. Anybody here seen him pitch. Is he for real, i.e. does he have good movement, or is he just having a good first couple of starts. If he is for real the Royals might not even need to look at starting pitching in the off season. Meche, Soria, Bannister, Nunez, then someone from the minors or Hudson sounds good to me.  What do ya'll think.

by TXroyal on Jul 29, 2007 3:41 PM EDT reply actions  

He is small.
He looks like he's 10 years old.

But he has pretty good stuff.

I've always been a big fan of "Noonie".

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

i like him...
...he's got a whippy arm action that has a similar effect to soria.  not great velocity, but sneaky speed.  he's a flyball pitcher, which means he can be susceptible to the long ball, but i think he probably has a place.

makes you wonder why dayton traded him for milton bradley...

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Protect.young.pitchers
85 pitches, he's had something to really build his confidence.  He's been injured half the year.  Let's not push our luck.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:42 PM EDT reply actions  

My take on Nunez
(since TXroyal asked)

He's not great like Soria.  But his stuff is good.  Live fastball with a bit of movement at 92-94 plus a pretty good curve and slider.  And he controlled his stuff well in his two starts this year.  He's been pounding the strike zone consistently.

If he continues to develop, he could be a major league starter.  But my opinion is that he'll be a good middle reliever.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Just got into this game with Nunez
I would be thrilled if Nunez developed into a reliable back of the rotation guy or a long reliever.  I think it is an underrated role.  He is a young guy even with being rushed to KC a few years ago.  Another bonehead move of the past.

by daveyork on Jul 29, 2007 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

5-0.
Can you say insurance?

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 3:45 PM EDT reply actions  

No Bunt!
I.am.shocked!
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:46 PM EDT reply actions  

tpj!!!!
hitting machine!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:46 PM EDT reply actions  

rally killer!
at the plate!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Can Larue avoid a DP
I'll take a strike out.  Probably the least damage he can manage right now.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Thank you?
at least he minimized the damage

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 3:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

All right Jr. ...way to go 3 RBI's
Good call Buddo to send the runners.... (see I am nothing if not positive)

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 3:47 PM EDT reply actions  

TPJ Should
Hork 2nd.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:48 PM EDT reply actions  

ha ha ha...
he is so freaking bad i actually enjoy watching him play!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:48 PM EDT reply actions  

LaPoo Did Not
Kill the rally, at least.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Denny and Ryan are trying to put a
good spin on Lala... there is not a good anything for Lala...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 3:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Duh.... Denny is in Cooperstown...
getting his just reward.   Go Denny....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hahahahahahahahaha!!!
Loe K's LaPoo and gets yanked. I don't think I've ever seen that before. Shows you what the Rangers think of Wiffie's stick.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 3:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh hell....
We are being insensitive.... LaRue has probably just gotten off to a bit of a chilly start this season. We should expect him to start hitting in December.
-- Royals Delegate to the land of the Salmon and Moose (Seattle)

by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Jul 29, 2007 3:54 PM EDT reply actions  

As long as he is not on the Royals...
I hope he starts hitting in Winter Ball.

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 3:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

estey...
not really having a good day.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:55 PM EDT reply actions  

that damn double play...
might have prevented la rue from getting up again! i was hoping he'd hit again!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 3:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Great Looking Line

L. Nunez  6.0 3 0 0 1 1 0 0.90
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:00 PM EDT reply actions  

And Cruz Crashes
Into The Mendoza Line.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:01 PM EDT reply actions  

How did we get Peralta?
Was he rule 5 from the Pirates, or was that Carrasco?
-- Royals Delegate to the land of the Salmon and Moose (Seattle)

by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Jul 29, 2007 4:01 PM EDT reply actions  

off waivers from the Angels
07-Oct-05: Claimed off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Niiiiice
Thanks for the info.
-- Royals Delegate to the land of the Salmon and Moose (Seattle)

by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Jul 29, 2007 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

German is making me hope we don't trade
Grudz.

German isn't hitting as well as Grudz this season (not particularly close at the moment) and Esty's defense leaves something to be desired.  I've wanted the Royals to trade Grudz for quite a while.  I'm not so sure now...

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:03 PM EDT reply actions  

that's an interesting one...
i agree with you.  grudz is so solid.  and esteban is a perfect superutility guy.  he should play four games a week, once each at second, third, a corner outfield and DH.  unless someone gives up a ML-ready prospect, i say keep grudz.

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Might be easier if
they get one of the infielders from the Dodgers. Then trade Grudz other wise keep him.

by TXroyal on Jul 29, 2007 4:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think Noonie would be a good 4th or 5th
starter next year.  Maybe he will force us to jettison Odie....  

lets jump on Mahay....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Gordon extends his hitting streak
6-game.  I'm glad he's gotten in on the action.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:07 PM EDT reply actions  

We will be 8 games below .500 after this one.
All right Gordo.... come on Butts...bring him in...

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:08 PM EDT reply actions  

We will be 47-57.
I went to Mizzou so my math's not that great but....

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

10 games....
47-57 if we win today.
-- Royals Delegate to the land of the Salmon and Moose (Seattle)

by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Jul 29, 2007 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

A-Gor And DDJ Both
Hit lefties well, don't they? It seems like it to me, anyway.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:08 PM EDT reply actions  

i'm waiting for the day
when 1-4 hurts gordon's BA rather than helps.  soon...

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 4:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Gordo....
Is a double machine.... 22 at this point with the start he had to the season?

W-O-W

-- Royals Delegate to the land of the Salmon and Moose (Seattle)

by RoyalsFanInMarinerTown on Jul 29, 2007 4:09 PM EDT reply actions  

Productive out for Boom Boom.
Gload will explode here I predict.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:09 PM EDT reply actions  

time...
for a ross gload explosion!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Mark This Day On
Your calendar; Gload hit safely on a lefty.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Way to go Gloady... another RBI... Go T.
7-0, time to go get some ice....  

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Mahay Will
Go away.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:13 PM EDT reply actions  

This is a good team
It's not a great team, but it is a good team.  I'm really optimistic about 75 wins this season and more is a definite possibility.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:14 PM EDT reply actions  

la rue...
provides comedic value. so, its worth having him in there.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

No Worries
LaPoo will be Danny Almonte's battery mate this time next year.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

La Rue
Day game after a night game.  He's supposed to be playing games like this.

by BlueEyesAustin on Jul 29, 2007 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Having Butler and Gordon
in the middle of the lineup is a good move.  And Teahen is not a #3 hitter.  He just doesn't produce enough extra base hits.  Buddy can also keep the RH/LH thing going with Gordon, Butler, Teahen, Buck

by daveyork on Jul 29, 2007 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

in other news...
anyone seeing this houston-SD game?  SD scores 11 in the top of the first, now it's 15-11, SD still leading.

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 4:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Thats what
I'm watching b/c the Houston and Texas are playing at the same time and I live closer to Houston. It probably one of the best games I watched all year.

by TXroyal on Jul 29, 2007 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's a silly kids' game...
...that highly-gifted people have played at an exceptional level for a hundred and mumble years.  Everything that could possibly happen in a baseball game has happened.  Until...

That's why this game is magic.

Score 11 runs in the first inning?  It's still a ball game.  Be down a gillion runs in the bottom of the Ninth?  It's still a ball game.

We all know the percentages.  Part of the obsession of being a baseball fan is putting some mathematical probability to human performance.  This is what makes baseball fans candidates for insanity.

As I write, the Roylz are up 10-0.  But the Pads scored 11 runs in one inning.  It could happen.

And that's why people like us don't head for the parking lot to beat the traffic.

That's why my girlfriend has to get used to me sitting in the parking lot of the movie-plex last night, to hear how the Roylz snatched victory from the jaws of defeat from the jaws of victory in 20 minutes.  She saw it all, thanks to the magic of radio play-by-play, (she's an incredible woman), but she thinks she won because the Roylz won anyway.

And all we missed in the theater were whatever previews preceded the live-action "Alvin and the Chipmonks" trailer.  

For those of you who have a life outside baseball, "The Simpsons Movie" is better than a lot of episodes, but not as good as their best.  

We can talk all we want about trades and stuff.  I happens.  But the really nice thing about this team is that there is a critical core of players who PLAY THE GAME!

I get frutrated by baserunning mistakes and the triangles that let a fly ball fall between them.  But most of these guys get the game.

This is a good team to support and follow.  

90% of this game is half mental

by MonkeyHawk on Jul 29, 2007 4:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Tough roadie coming up...
4 in the Metrodome

3 in Yankees stadium

The schedule makers didn't do us any favors.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Reggie's value going up?
I hope so.  I think he's a much better player than most Royals fans give him credit for, but I really want him gone for whatever prospect we can get and then we can bring Gathright back up.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Totally agreed
Sanders should not be playing regularly except to showcase for another team.

by daveyork on Jul 29, 2007 4:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

i'm going to the three games...
in new york. im going to take the broom i have out right now with me.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Its good to see
the Royals get some extra base hits.  Before the break they were playing good ball but were doing it with singles and lately they are getting doubles with the random home run and triple.

by TXroyal on Jul 29, 2007 4:19 PM EDT reply actions  

With 57 games left after today...
I could see us go 34-23.  To give us an 81-81 season.... We would need some luck but it is doable....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:20 PM EDT reply actions  

With Elarton out of the rotation,
...our chances of hitting 81 victories has gone up significantly.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

LaRue
Inching closer with each at bat to .150

by nycroyal on Jul 29, 2007 4:22 PM EDT reply actions  

anyone else surprised
that they're pitching to larue here?  

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 4:22 PM EDT reply actions  

I was hoping that LaRue would be
dealt to a contender who needed a steady backup.  But he has been so bad, can't imagine that KC could give him away.  

by daveyork on Jul 29, 2007 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

that's what you call
an unintentional intentional.

in all seriousness, loe and feldman are better pitchers than i could ever dream to be and have probably forgotten more about ML pitching than i'll ever know, but HOW DO YOU WALK THE WORST HITTER IN BASEBALL TWICE IN THE SAME GAME???????

by Billex Gordler on Jul 29, 2007 4:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

hahahaha...
la rue a walk machine!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Larue = 2 walks
Probably his best game of the season.

He should never swing the bat again.  Just take, take, take and maybe you'll get more gifts.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:23 PM EDT reply actions  

LaPoo
On fire!
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:24 PM EDT reply actions  

We are four games over .500 since May 12th
Very good.... even with a terrible April we could finish at .500.   Fantastic.....

Another walk for Lala....  not bad....

Come on DeJ.... bases loaded ....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:24 PM EDT reply actions  

hey all
just got home from upper northern CA. Now its time to drive all the way down to LA.

I heard we beat the crap out of the Rangers twice, and now it looks like we are swooping in for the sweep. Good times all around.

by wildthang on Jul 29, 2007 4:24 PM EDT reply actions  

the Rangers are just bad
Hard to believe considering that they have stars like Teixeira and Michael Young.  Daniels should be fired when it comes to handing out pitching contracts - see Padilla and Millwood, not to mention trading Adrian Gonzalez and Chris Young to San Diego for Adam Eaton.

by nycroyal on Jul 29, 2007 4:24 PM EDT reply actions  

They were hot though
And we threw a bucket of cold water on them.  Three games of domination.  

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

hey scott feldman...
try throwing a strike. or are you scared?

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:25 PM EDT reply actions  

We Don't Have An
HBP yet this game; WTF?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:26 PM EDT reply actions  

It feels good kicking somebody's
ass for three straight days.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Is it just me
or are the Rangers far worse than the Royals right now?  And they are looking to deal Texiera?  Wow, wonder if Michael Young regrets signing the long term deal with them?

by daveyork on Jul 29, 2007 4:26 PM EDT reply actions  

yeah!
estey! way to get off the schnide!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Plane reservations...
Looks like Buddy's afraid the plane will leave w/o them.  Time to pinch hit Smith for Gordan.

by royalbaz on Jul 29, 2007 4:28 PM EDT reply actions  

WTF???
PHing for Gordon?  That's ridiculous.  It hurts our defense, it hurts our offense.

by BlueEyesAustin on Jul 29, 2007 4:29 PM EDT reply actions  

It's Just An Early
Shower for A-Gor; no big deal in this game.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nice to see the Royals
bury someone for a change.  Been on too many of these the other way.  

by daveyork on Jul 29, 2007 4:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Royals are coming out of the bottom third
If you look at the major league standings on ESPN and click "overall", you'll see that the Royals are currently 23rd out of 30 major league teams.  And, of course, they're moving up the list.  Soon, I think they'll be out of the bottom third of major league teams.  Nice.

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/standings?date=20070729&type=reg&br=9&year=2007&order= false&st=2

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:30 PM EDT reply actions  

From the rangers blog
"the texas rangers
making bad teams look good for 25years"

hahahahaha, suck it rangers fans

Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 4:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Is it Schiell time?
Bring him in.
2007 Royals -- the song remains the same

by tfn on Jul 29, 2007 4:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Sorry dude
Your name is Shiell not Schiell, right?
2007 Royals -- the song remains the same

by tfn on Jul 29, 2007 4:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sheill
Didn't they jettison him to bring up Noonie?

by royalbaz on Jul 29, 2007 4:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Within .5 games of the White Sox again
Chisox have lost and once we win this one, we'll again be on the doorstep of 4th place.  

BTW, the Chisox have the play the Yankees next.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:33 PM EDT reply actions  

A Teacock HR
Would be a nice capper to this one.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Teahen...
I love watching Teahen run the bases!

by royalbaz on Jul 29, 2007 4:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Great hustle, Teahen.
This is the game that's going to start him on a hot streak!

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Another double
I hope Teahen has really heated up.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Mr. Showcase
One more time.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow
I gotta believe the Twins are not looking forward to the Royals coming up given the way the team has been playing.

by BlueEyesAustin on Jul 29, 2007 4:44 PM EDT reply actions  

On to the 9th
Lets close this baby out
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 4:45 PM EDT reply actions  

On to the ninth....
I hope I am not jinxing us... but the Victory scotch is tasting soooooooo... good right now.  47-57....  In April, who would have thought this possible this late in the season.

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:47 PM EDT reply actions  

10-0
incredible

complete dominance of texas

northern OK is our!

by Freneau on Jul 29, 2007 4:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Is that confirmed?
I mean I've been hearing alot of rumors but I dont know
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well
Nunez is doing pretty well as a emergency SP.  

by BlueEyesAustin on Jul 29, 2007 4:50 PM EDT reply actions  

I have always been a Noonie fan...
would love it if he found a spot with us.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Friday in NY against the Yankees
Will Leo be starting Friday in the Bronx against the Yankees?  If he does, it will be interesting to see how he deals with that kind of pressure.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

man...
the rangers suck.

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Dude, that grass is getting brown.
They'll do some work on it while we're on the road I hope.

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Plunked him...
Time for the dug-out warning. (I kid).

by RTC Fan on Jul 29, 2007 4:52 PM EDT reply actions  

come on joel...
shut 'em down and get the save!

by bluebandwagon on Jul 29, 2007 4:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Come slammm the door.......Joel...
Oh what the heck...another Victory Scotch to celebrate the series win.....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 4:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Was Wilkerson Ever
Any good?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 4:59 PM EDT reply actions  

He Hit 32 HR's
For Montreal one year, but he's apparently lost that.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 5:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hes also an ass
Me and some buddies were sitting front row on the 3rd base side when he caught that Gordon foul-out.  We were yelling "ball ball" and he just tossed it back into play.  It's not like he has to give it to us but now I hate him for it.  In turn we heckled him the rest of the game.  Fuuun Game though, go Royals!!

by I need more Esteban on Jul 29, 2007 6:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes
He's been a real disappointment after his rookie year.

by BlueEyesAustin on Jul 29, 2007 5:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Sweeptastic!
This team is hot.  Pitching, hitting, everything is clicking.

by Scott McKinney on Jul 29, 2007 5:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Was All That Really
Necessary, Joel?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 5:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Ballgame.....
4 straight games of totally dominating our opponent. Like our chances of continuing it with Meche tomorrow night.
winning records follow good bullpens

by slayor on Jul 29, 2007 5:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Yeah!!!!! we get the sweep and the shutout
suck it rangers, suck it long and hard.
Real men dont use steroids.

by PhantomRoyals on Jul 29, 2007 5:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Yes.... Yes... Yes.... Royals win.....
Sweep, sweep, sweep.....   A four game win streak feels so good.  

Go Blue....

by grudz69 on Jul 29, 2007 5:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Is Anyone Here A Member
Of P.O.E.M.?
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 5:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Garrison Keillor's Imaginary
Professional Organization Of English Majors from Prairie Home Companion. The road trip to Minnesota made me think of it.
Being a fan is irrational, but what is the alternative?

by philofthenorth on Jul 29, 2007 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

great win guys.
not even close, just utter domination. i love the lineup tonight, teahen does better farther down in the lineup (apparently) and i love smirky hitting 3rd. that should be the longterm order, at least 3-4, so smirky and boom boom can bat back to back. it will be nice to see our future emerging...

great start by nunez, maybe this kid really is for real in the rotation. at the very least, he could be a very very good relief pitcher.

4 in a row boys, not to mention our second straight winning month.

its a good time to be a royals fan...

by rockchalk on Jul 29, 2007 5:07 PM EDT reply actions  

i loved this lineup today
now just to get buck in there

by smarsh on Jul 29, 2007 5:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

agreed.
you cant blame buddy for keeping him out of the lineup tonight though, he had played 3 games in a row and day game after a night game blah blah blah.

by rockchalk on Jul 29, 2007 5:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Guys....that's a winner
This is a slogan I used at often times late last year....in this year's case, it's not so temporary, but....

Temporarily.....all is right with the world!  (But just temporarily, though)

http://royalsnation.proboards62.com/

by Royals Nation on Jul 29, 2007 6:52 PM EDT reply actions  

3-inning save
When was the last one of those the Royals had? Heck, when was the last one anyone had?
Chaim Mattis Keller New York City's # 1 Royals fan!

by cmkeller on Jul 29, 2007 9:22 PM EDT reply actions  

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