With the arrival of LeBron James as a free agent to the Miami Heat, things have been heating up in South Beach. And, as a way to balance out the overwhelming sports power in Miami, Dolphins QB Pat White is removing his talents from South Beach. At least that is the story he is sticking with. The official story out of Miami is that the Dolphins released quarterback, who has now signed with the Kansas City Royals.
White is no stranger to baseball, having been drafted by the Angels (2004), Reds (2008) and Yankees (2009) before deciding to pursue football, first at the University of West Virginia, then with the Dolphins. When asked about the move, Royals GM Dayton Moore said, "We are looking at moving in a new direction here in Kansas City. We are exploring what it will take to be the practice squad for the Chiefs, since we can't seem to win any baseball games. Signing Pat is our way of letting management over there know that we are serious about this endeavor. They just laughed at us when we first brought it up."
Showing posts with label Royals. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Royals. Show all posts
Things Not Looking Good in the KC
On what has apparently turned into Royals Tuesday, which is ironic because I'm catching up on Royal Pains on Tivo, Jose Guillen has been designated for assignment. Back before the trade deadline, there was a lot of talk about Guillen possibly going to San Francisco. The Giants apparently have interest still, even though Guillen has been given the Clubhouse Personality Kiss of Death.
An anonymous executive apparently told SI's Jon Heyman that only Milton Bradley is a worse clubhouse guy. You know, Milton Bradley, the guy who called the city of Chicago racist, and finally admitted that he need psychiatric help. Yup, I'd call that a Clubhouse Personality Kiss of Death. Of course, going from Barry Bonds/Jeff Kent to Jose Guillen/whoever else might be a step down as far as clubhouse personality messes go.
An anonymous executive apparently told SI's Jon Heyman that only Milton Bradley is a worse clubhouse guy. You know, Milton Bradley, the guy who called the city of Chicago racist, and finally admitted that he need psychiatric help. Yup, I'd call that a Clubhouse Personality Kiss of Death. Of course, going from Barry Bonds/Jeff Kent to Jose Guillen/whoever else might be a step down as far as clubhouse personality messes go.
Greinke Not the Brightest of Guys
Reigning AL Cy Young winner Zack Greinke is apparently not the brightest incandescent bulb in the closet. Greinke doesn't appear to have a lot of confidence in the Royals' front office. He said to Bob Dutton of the Kansas City Star, "there's no reason for me to get real excited about it...because the chance of more than one of them making a major impact by the time my contract is up is pretty slim." Greinke is also apparently upset that the Royals are in their third rebuilding phase during his six years with the club.
Maybe Greinke should learn the history of the organization before speaking his mind. How bad are the Royals? Okay, they aren't "Pirates-bad" but they aren't that good either. The last time they won their division? 1985. The last time they had a winning season 2003. The last time they had consecutive winning seasons? 1993 & the strike shortened 1994.
Guess what, Zack. The Royals have been rebuilding for nearly two decades, and it's not going to get any better. Enjoy the money that they are giving you, and get yourself ready to pitch for the Yankees or Red Sox in a couple of years.
Maybe Greinke should learn the history of the organization before speaking his mind. How bad are the Royals? Okay, they aren't "Pirates-bad" but they aren't that good either. The last time they won their division? 1985. The last time they had a winning season 2003. The last time they had consecutive winning seasons? 1993 & the strike shortened 1994.
Guess what, Zack. The Royals have been rebuilding for nearly two decades, and it's not going to get any better. Enjoy the money that they are giving you, and get yourself ready to pitch for the Yankees or Red Sox in a couple of years.
Royals Have a Crush
MLBTradeRumors.com once again comes up with a great headline. This time: Royals Like Jeff Francoeur.
Apparently, at a 5th grade dance, the Kansas City Royals expressed to their friends that they thought Jeff Francoeur was "kinda cute" and they would like to "go out with him."
In response to a folded up note, Francoeur said something about "icky girls" and ran away.
Apparently, at a 5th grade dance, the Kansas City Royals expressed to their friends that they thought Jeff Francoeur was "kinda cute" and they would like to "go out with him."
In response to a folded up note, Francoeur said something about "icky girls" and ran away.
Orioles Like the Free Baseball
Here's a fun statistical oddity for you to share around the water cooler tomorrow morning. The Baltimore Orioles have a .700 winning percentage when their games go longer than 9 innings. That's right, the Orioles are 7-3 in games that are decided in extra innings this season... and 30-63 overall.
In fact, their winning percentage as a whole this season is .323 (as of 2pm EST on Wednesday). It is almost the exact inverse of their winning percentage in extra inning games.
Perhaps what may surprise you the most is that they are also 15-13 in games decided by one run. In other words, the Orioles are 30 runs allowed away from being 15-88 on the season. That's bad. That's really bad.
In other fun team stats, the Royals are actually the best extra-inning team in baseball with a 7-2 record. The Reds are the only other teams with 7 extra inning wins. And, in case you were wondering, Florida (1-5) and Washington (1-6) are the worst extra inning teams.
That is all.
In fact, their winning percentage as a whole this season is .323 (as of 2pm EST on Wednesday). It is almost the exact inverse of their winning percentage in extra inning games.
Perhaps what may surprise you the most is that they are also 15-13 in games decided by one run. In other words, the Orioles are 30 runs allowed away from being 15-88 on the season. That's bad. That's really bad.
In other fun team stats, the Royals are actually the best extra-inning team in baseball with a 7-2 record. The Reds are the only other teams with 7 extra inning wins. And, in case you were wondering, Florida (1-5) and Washington (1-6) are the worst extra inning teams.
That is all.
Royals, Red Sox Discuss Religion
The Royals and Red Sox have had a few come to DeJesus moments this season. The two teams have had discussions revolving around Royals outfield David DeJesus, who may be one of the premier outfielders available on the trade market over the next couple of weeks.
Reportedly, the Royals have been scouting the Red Sox's farm system looking for anybody that could possibly be worth trading for the career average line of .290/8/50 (BA/HR/RBI). No word yet on if the talks have come to a satisfying conclusion.
Reportedly, the Royals have been scouting the Red Sox's farm system looking for anybody that could possibly be worth trading for the career average line of .290/8/50 (BA/HR/RBI). No word yet on if the talks have come to a satisfying conclusion.
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