Royals 9, Rangers 5
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 12-14
Expected Record 10-16
Runs Scored 91
Runs Allowed 118
Projected Record 75-87
Pythagorean Record 61-101
Pythagorean Winning% 0.372
Let's go get 'em
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Game 25 - 4/27/2008
Blue Jays 5, Royals 2
Even with the loss today, the Blue Jay series was much better for the Royals. They finally broke their losing streak, and played better all-around baseball. The Central Division is still a tight race from top to bottom, and almost one month into the season, the Royals still find themselves right in the middle of the race. Any Royals fan should be happy with that.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 11-14
Expected Record 9-16
Runs Scored 82
Runs Allowed 113
Projected Record 72-90
Pythagorean Record 56-106
Pythagorean Winning% 0.344
Let's go get 'em
Even with the loss today, the Blue Jay series was much better for the Royals. They finally broke their losing streak, and played better all-around baseball. The Central Division is still a tight race from top to bottom, and almost one month into the season, the Royals still find themselves right in the middle of the race. Any Royals fan should be happy with that.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 11-14
Expected Record 9-16
Runs Scored 82
Runs Allowed 113
Projected Record 72-90
Pythagorean Record 56-106
Pythagorean Winning% 0.344
Let's go get 'em
Game 24 - 4/26/2008
Blue Jays 1, Royals 2
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 11-13
Expected Record 8-16
Runs Scored 80
Runs Allowed 108
Projected Record 75-87
Pythagorean Record 58-104
Pythagorean Winning% 0.354
Let's go get 'em
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 11-13
Expected Record 8-16
Runs Scored 80
Runs Allowed 108
Projected Record 75-87
Pythagorean Record 58-104
Pythagorean Winning% 0.354
Let's go get 'em
Game 23 - 4/25/2008
Blue Jays 4, Royals 8
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 10-13
Expected Record 8-15
Runs Scored 78
Runs Allowed 107
Projected Record 71-91
Pythagorean Record 57-105
Pythagorean Winning% 0.347
Let's go get 'em
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 10-13
Expected Record 8-15
Runs Scored 78
Runs Allowed 107
Projected Record 71-91
Pythagorean Record 57-105
Pythagorean Winning% 0.347
Let's go get 'em
Game 22 - 4/24/2008
Indians 2, Royals 0
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-13
Expected Record 7-15
Runs Scored 70
Runs Allowed 103
Projected Record 67-95
Pythagorean Record 52-110
Pythagorean Winning% 0.315
Let's go get 'em
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-13
Expected Record 7-15
Runs Scored 70
Runs Allowed 103
Projected Record 67-95
Pythagorean Record 52-110
Pythagorean Winning% 0.315
Let's go get 'em
Thursday, April 24, 2008
610 vs. 810 in 1,098 words
I’m in a bad mood, and no, it doesn’t have anything to do with the fact that the Royals have been outscored 22-3 in just 12 innings against the Indians.
My sour disposition has more to do with how I enjoy (or tolerate) Royals games.
Let’s start with some history. In 2003, the Royals had a red hot start and were in contention throughout most of the season. There was much hope and optimism for the 2004 season, but alas the Royals relapsed into another 100 loss season. 2004 was the final year of their radio broadcast contract with media conglomerate Entercom.
Meanwhile, local media company Union Broadcasting was building its empire. Starting with a small signal sports talk station, Union “grew up” in 1999 by acquiring monster signal 810 AM and moving its sports talk station to that frequency, becoming Sports Radio 810 WHB.
By 2003, WHB was the most listened to station in Kansas City. Entercom tried to grab a piece of that listenership by converting its beloved 61 Country to 610 Sports. Try as they might, 610 still couldn’t compete with 810. As country music lovers left 610, its ratings plummeted and Entercom found that competing with WHB is much harder than they anticipated.
To deliver the radio wars knockout blow, and in anticipation of an improved Royals team, Union made a huge bid for the Royals radio rights. The Royals listened. WHB’s signal is one of the most powerful in the country, but the FCC requires the signal to be reduced at sunset. Union wanted to carry the Royals on WHB, but the Royals were concerned with the reduced nighttime signal. Union agreed to simulcast night games on its struggling all music FM station, 97.3.
With the agreement in place, the Royals had a new radio home on WHB.
On the TV side, the Royals decided to create their own television network called RSTN. The goal was to increase the number of televised games and to create a new revenue stream for the Royals. It was obvious that the television broadcasts were run on a shoestring budget. Poor camera angles, sloppy graphics, and no chance to see any high definition games made for a frustrating viewing experience.
To make matters worse, the Royals forced its fans to endure the wrath of Bob Davis on the television broadcasts. I’ve said it before, and I will continue to ride this horse. Bob Davis is by far the worst baseball broadcaster on the planet. Davis has been a broadcaster for the Kansas Jayhawks for years, and he’s great for those basketball and football games. But for baseball, not so much. Davis is loud, gruff, and simply does not know how to call a baseball game. His voice inflection causes high blood pressure. I can’t even imagine how many times I’ve heard Davis describe a “blast to right field!!!!!!” that is then caught by the second baseman. Also, if you listen to Davis, try to count how many times he says “out there.”
But I digress.
Suffice it to say that the television broadcasts on RSTN left much to be desired. Fortunately, the vast majority of games (at least for me) are taken in via radio, not television.
Radio is always there. Whether I’m sitting on the deck, mowing the lawn, painting a bedroom, I can always hear the Royals. My entire life has been accompanied by the Royals on radio.
It’s with that life-long devotion that I write about Royals broadcasting today.
Between 2005 and 2007, WHB created a first class broadcast for the Royals. They produced their own pre- and post-games shows that featured some great former Royals players. Freddie Patek, Brian MacRae, Jeff Montgomery, Mike Boddiker and others joined baseball fanatic Soren Petro for these pre- and post-games shows. They featured great commentary and analysis.
The game broadcasts themselves were a joy to listen to. WHB’s strong signal ensured that the Royals games would come in loud and clear in most areas. In spots where WHB’s night-time signal was difficult to receive, the FM signal produced a clear broadcast for all areas.
Hall of Fame broadcaster Denny Matthews did what he’s done since the Royals inception. His smooth delivery matched well with his partner Ryan Lefebvre who came into his own as a fine broadcaster. Together, their wry humor was a joy to listen to.
After the 2007 season, the radio broadcast rights were back up for bid. Over the previous three seasons, WHB found that the broadcasts did not produce the kind of revenue they had hoped for when they acquired the radio rights. Their proposal reflected that.
Entercom, desperate to boost 610’s fledgling ratings, also bid for the radio rights. After many negotiations, the Royals selected Entercom.
The decision is most definitely based solely on money. According to some sources, the Entercom proposal was only a couple hundred thousand dollars more than WHB’s. WHB hoped that their powerful signal combined with outstanding production would be enough to put them over the top. It wasn’t.
The Royals also dismantled it television network, and turned the television broadcasts over the Fox Sports Net. In turn, FSN created FSN Kansas City, hired Joel Goldberg and Ryan Lefebvre (luring him away from radio), agreed to broadcast select games in HD, and created an enjoyable, high quality broadcast.
With Ryan Lefebvre leaving the radio booth, Entercom hired Steve Stewart presumably to replace Lefebvre. Royals fans rejoice! It seemed Bob Davis’ days as a Royals broadcaster were over.
Then, the bombshell. Davis moved from television to the radio booth to serve as Matthews’ partner. Can somebody please explain why Stewart was hired?
All of this leads to my bad mood today.
So far this season, I’ve tried to listen to the Royals in my car, in my garage, on my deck, and as I mowed my lawn. In all cases, the static on 610 has been unbearable.
I subscribe to the Game Day Audio package on mlb.com, so I have been able to listen to the games as a webcast, but even then, Bob Davis’ scowl has caused me much heartache. (Play this game: while listening to Davis, imagine him saying “goddamn it!” after every sentence. He just sounds so angry when he talks.)
So after enjoying such high quality radio broadcasts for the past three years, I now have to deal with poor broadcast signals and terrible broadcasters. All of this for what? Less than the minimum salary of one player?
And so tonight, the Royals are losing 9-6 and I cannot listen to it.
Perhaps it’s best.
My sour disposition has more to do with how I enjoy (or tolerate) Royals games.
Let’s start with some history. In 2003, the Royals had a red hot start and were in contention throughout most of the season. There was much hope and optimism for the 2004 season, but alas the Royals relapsed into another 100 loss season. 2004 was the final year of their radio broadcast contract with media conglomerate Entercom.
Meanwhile, local media company Union Broadcasting was building its empire. Starting with a small signal sports talk station, Union “grew up” in 1999 by acquiring monster signal 810 AM and moving its sports talk station to that frequency, becoming Sports Radio 810 WHB.
By 2003, WHB was the most listened to station in Kansas City. Entercom tried to grab a piece of that listenership by converting its beloved 61 Country to 610 Sports. Try as they might, 610 still couldn’t compete with 810. As country music lovers left 610, its ratings plummeted and Entercom found that competing with WHB is much harder than they anticipated.
To deliver the radio wars knockout blow, and in anticipation of an improved Royals team, Union made a huge bid for the Royals radio rights. The Royals listened. WHB’s signal is one of the most powerful in the country, but the FCC requires the signal to be reduced at sunset. Union wanted to carry the Royals on WHB, but the Royals were concerned with the reduced nighttime signal. Union agreed to simulcast night games on its struggling all music FM station, 97.3.
With the agreement in place, the Royals had a new radio home on WHB.
On the TV side, the Royals decided to create their own television network called RSTN. The goal was to increase the number of televised games and to create a new revenue stream for the Royals. It was obvious that the television broadcasts were run on a shoestring budget. Poor camera angles, sloppy graphics, and no chance to see any high definition games made for a frustrating viewing experience.
To make matters worse, the Royals forced its fans to endure the wrath of Bob Davis on the television broadcasts. I’ve said it before, and I will continue to ride this horse. Bob Davis is by far the worst baseball broadcaster on the planet. Davis has been a broadcaster for the Kansas Jayhawks for years, and he’s great for those basketball and football games. But for baseball, not so much. Davis is loud, gruff, and simply does not know how to call a baseball game. His voice inflection causes high blood pressure. I can’t even imagine how many times I’ve heard Davis describe a “blast to right field!!!!!!” that is then caught by the second baseman. Also, if you listen to Davis, try to count how many times he says “out there.”
But I digress.
Suffice it to say that the television broadcasts on RSTN left much to be desired. Fortunately, the vast majority of games (at least for me) are taken in via radio, not television.
Radio is always there. Whether I’m sitting on the deck, mowing the lawn, painting a bedroom, I can always hear the Royals. My entire life has been accompanied by the Royals on radio.
It’s with that life-long devotion that I write about Royals broadcasting today.
Between 2005 and 2007, WHB created a first class broadcast for the Royals. They produced their own pre- and post-games shows that featured some great former Royals players. Freddie Patek, Brian MacRae, Jeff Montgomery, Mike Boddiker and others joined baseball fanatic Soren Petro for these pre- and post-games shows. They featured great commentary and analysis.
The game broadcasts themselves were a joy to listen to. WHB’s strong signal ensured that the Royals games would come in loud and clear in most areas. In spots where WHB’s night-time signal was difficult to receive, the FM signal produced a clear broadcast for all areas.
Hall of Fame broadcaster Denny Matthews did what he’s done since the Royals inception. His smooth delivery matched well with his partner Ryan Lefebvre who came into his own as a fine broadcaster. Together, their wry humor was a joy to listen to.
After the 2007 season, the radio broadcast rights were back up for bid. Over the previous three seasons, WHB found that the broadcasts did not produce the kind of revenue they had hoped for when they acquired the radio rights. Their proposal reflected that.
Entercom, desperate to boost 610’s fledgling ratings, also bid for the radio rights. After many negotiations, the Royals selected Entercom.
The decision is most definitely based solely on money. According to some sources, the Entercom proposal was only a couple hundred thousand dollars more than WHB’s. WHB hoped that their powerful signal combined with outstanding production would be enough to put them over the top. It wasn’t.
The Royals also dismantled it television network, and turned the television broadcasts over the Fox Sports Net. In turn, FSN created FSN Kansas City, hired Joel Goldberg and Ryan Lefebvre (luring him away from radio), agreed to broadcast select games in HD, and created an enjoyable, high quality broadcast.
With Ryan Lefebvre leaving the radio booth, Entercom hired Steve Stewart presumably to replace Lefebvre. Royals fans rejoice! It seemed Bob Davis’ days as a Royals broadcaster were over.
Then, the bombshell. Davis moved from television to the radio booth to serve as Matthews’ partner. Can somebody please explain why Stewart was hired?
All of this leads to my bad mood today.
So far this season, I’ve tried to listen to the Royals in my car, in my garage, on my deck, and as I mowed my lawn. In all cases, the static on 610 has been unbearable.
I subscribe to the Game Day Audio package on mlb.com, so I have been able to listen to the games as a webcast, but even then, Bob Davis’ scowl has caused me much heartache. (Play this game: while listening to Davis, imagine him saying “goddamn it!” after every sentence. He just sounds so angry when he talks.)
So after enjoying such high quality radio broadcasts for the past three years, I now have to deal with poor broadcast signals and terrible broadcasters. All of this for what? Less than the minimum salary of one player?
And so tonight, the Royals are losing 9-6 and I cannot listen to it.
Perhaps it’s best.
Game 21 - 4/23/2008
Indians 9, Royals 6
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-12
Expected Record 7-14
Runs Scored 70
Runs Allowed 101
Projected Record 70-92
Pythagorean Record 53-109
Pythagorean Winning% 0.324
Let's go get 'em
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-12
Expected Record 7-14
Runs Scored 70
Runs Allowed 101
Projected Record 70-92
Pythagorean Record 53-109
Pythagorean Winning% 0.324
Let's go get 'em
Game 20 - 4/22/2008
Indians 15, Royals 1
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-11
Expected Record 7-13
Runs Scored 64
Runs Allowed 92
Projected Record 73-89
Pythagorean Record 53-109
Pythagorean Winning% 0.326
Let's go get 'em
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-11
Expected Record 7-13
Runs Scored 64
Runs Allowed 92
Projected Record 73-89
Pythagorean Record 53-109
Pythagorean Winning% 0.326
Let's go get 'em
Game 19 - 4/20/2008
Royals 1, A's 7
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-10
Expected Record 8-11
Runs Scored 63
Runs Allowed 77
Projected Record 77-85
Pythagorean Record 65-97
Pythagorean Winning% 0.4
Let's go get 'em
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-10
Expected Record 8-11
Runs Scored 63
Runs Allowed 77
Projected Record 77-85
Pythagorean Record 65-97
Pythagorean Winning% 0.4
Let's go get 'em
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Game 18 - 4/19/2008
Royals 5, A's 6
So much for that Bannister/Greinke magic.
Nomo is gone. It was nice to see him get another chance, but he was shelled and the Royals aren't going to put up with such a poor performance (unless your name is Pena or Guillen).
I'm anxious to see Hochevar's start today, but I will be on a plane to Pheonix for a conference. I'll miss today's game, and updates to the site may be slow this week.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-9
Expected Record 8-10
Runs Scored 62
Runs Allowed 70
Projected Record 81-81
Pythagorean Record 72-90
Pythagorean Winning% 0.439
Let's go get 'em
So much for that Bannister/Greinke magic.
Nomo is gone. It was nice to see him get another chance, but he was shelled and the Royals aren't going to put up with such a poor performance (unless your name is Pena or Guillen).
I'm anxious to see Hochevar's start today, but I will be on a plane to Pheonix for a conference. I'll miss today's game, and updates to the site may be slow this week.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-9
Expected Record 8-10
Runs Scored 62
Runs Allowed 70
Projected Record 81-81
Pythagorean Record 72-90
Pythagorean Winning% 0.439
Let's go get 'em
Game 17 - 4/18/2008
Royals 2, A's 13
Ouch!
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-8
Expected Record 8-9
Runs Scored 57
Runs Allowed 64
Projected Record 86-76
Pythagorean Record 72-90
Pythagorean Winning% 0.442
Let's go get 'em
Ouch!
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-8
Expected Record 8-9
Runs Scored 57
Runs Allowed 64
Projected Record 86-76
Pythagorean Record 72-90
Pythagorean Winning% 0.442
Let's go get 'em
Friday, April 18, 2008
Game 16 - 4/17/2008
Royals 3, Angels 5
I'm happy that the Royals are off to a good start. Even if they don't contend, as long as they continue to hover around .500 for most of the year, I will be extremely happy as this would mark a huge improvement over the past few years.
That said, there are some things that are starting to irk me about the 2008 Royals. First, and most obviously, is the offense. Most of the lineup is doing fine, but Jose Guillen is really awful so far. I'm getting so tired of seeing him come up with runners in scoring position only to pop out or hit into a double play. I'm making no judgements here, but all I've seen from him is warning track power. What's missing now that he can't seem to get the ball out of the park anymore???
I know Hillman likes to run, and aggressiveness is his calling card, but let's not get stupid here. Last night, the Royals were down 3-2 with runners at first and third and Buck batting. All the sudden, Alex Gordon tries to steal second and is thrown out by a country mile for the third out of the inning. It totally killed their chance of tying the game and destroyed any momemtum they had at the time. Why, why, why??? In past games, I've seen guys get thrown out trying to steal third. Why??? I believe the out is MUCH more detrimental than the advantage of having that extra base. Chill it out a little bit Trey. Let the hitters do their job.
(In Trey's defense, the hitters aren't doing their job very well.)
Bale was put on the DL. After getting knocked around a couple of games, I guess he finally decided he's hurt. I love the top 3 of the rotation, but I hope the bottom two get replaced soon, and perhaps this trip to the DL is the first manuver in that direction.
The Royals travel to Oakland tonight. Should be fun to see Emil Brown get caught in a rundown.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-7
Expected Record 9-7
Runs Scored 55
Runs Allowed 51
Projected Record 92-70
Pythagorean Record 87-75
Pythagorean Winning% 0.537
Let's go get 'em
I'm happy that the Royals are off to a good start. Even if they don't contend, as long as they continue to hover around .500 for most of the year, I will be extremely happy as this would mark a huge improvement over the past few years.
That said, there are some things that are starting to irk me about the 2008 Royals. First, and most obviously, is the offense. Most of the lineup is doing fine, but Jose Guillen is really awful so far. I'm getting so tired of seeing him come up with runners in scoring position only to pop out or hit into a double play. I'm making no judgements here, but all I've seen from him is warning track power. What's missing now that he can't seem to get the ball out of the park anymore???
I know Hillman likes to run, and aggressiveness is his calling card, but let's not get stupid here. Last night, the Royals were down 3-2 with runners at first and third and Buck batting. All the sudden, Alex Gordon tries to steal second and is thrown out by a country mile for the third out of the inning. It totally killed their chance of tying the game and destroyed any momemtum they had at the time. Why, why, why??? In past games, I've seen guys get thrown out trying to steal third. Why??? I believe the out is MUCH more detrimental than the advantage of having that extra base. Chill it out a little bit Trey. Let the hitters do their job.
(In Trey's defense, the hitters aren't doing their job very well.)
Bale was put on the DL. After getting knocked around a couple of games, I guess he finally decided he's hurt. I love the top 3 of the rotation, but I hope the bottom two get replaced soon, and perhaps this trip to the DL is the first manuver in that direction.
The Royals travel to Oakland tonight. Should be fun to see Emil Brown get caught in a rundown.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-7
Expected Record 9-7
Runs Scored 55
Runs Allowed 51
Projected Record 92-70
Pythagorean Record 87-75
Pythagorean Winning% 0.537
Let's go get 'em
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Game 15 - 4/16/2008
Royals 3, Angels 2
I don't know about you, but I couldn't shake the feeling that Gil Meche was pitching
just on the edge of giving up a ton of runs. It seemed like every inning, he gave up a hard hit ball, but was able to get out of the jam.
Things looked good offensively in the first inning, but Weaver buckled down and actually pitched pretty well after the second. Fortunately, the Royals got all they needed before that.
And big time kudos to the bullpen for holding onto the lead and letting Gil notch his first win. All in all, a decent night for the Royals.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-6
Expected Record 8-7
Runs Scored 52
Runs Allowed 46
Projected Record 98-64
Pythagorean Record 91-71
Pythagorean Winning% 0.56
Let's go get 'em
I don't know about you, but I couldn't shake the feeling that Gil Meche was pitching
just on the edge of giving up a ton of runs. It seemed like every inning, he gave up a hard hit ball, but was able to get out of the jam.
Things looked good offensively in the first inning, but Weaver buckled down and actually pitched pretty well after the second. Fortunately, the Royals got all they needed before that.
And big time kudos to the bullpen for holding onto the lead and letting Gil notch his first win. All in all, a decent night for the Royals.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 9-6
Expected Record 8-7
Runs Scored 52
Runs Allowed 46
Projected Record 98-64
Pythagorean Record 91-71
Pythagorean Winning% 0.56
Let's go get 'em
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Run Spreads... What do they mean?
I was checking out the standings today, and I noticed that the Royals have scored only 5 more runs than they've allowed (49 to 44).
Contrast that to the first place Chicago White Sox who have scored a whopping 75 runs and have give up 52. That's a nice 23 run difference.
Here's a surprise: The Boston Red Sox have scored 66 runs, but they've also allowed 66 runs. Yet, they are 9-6 and are in first place.
Talk about an ugly start. The Tigers have scored 50 runs, but have given up (get this) 92 runs. That is by far the most allow so far this year (The Pirates are next at 80 runs allowed).
The Diamondbacks lead all of baseball in runs scored with 89.
I'm not sure what all this means this early in the season, but it is kinda interesting to look at.
Contrast that to the first place Chicago White Sox who have scored a whopping 75 runs and have give up 52. That's a nice 23 run difference.
Here's a surprise: The Boston Red Sox have scored 66 runs, but they've also allowed 66 runs. Yet, they are 9-6 and are in first place.
Talk about an ugly start. The Tigers have scored 50 runs, but have given up (get this) 92 runs. That is by far the most allow so far this year (The Pirates are next at 80 runs allowed).
The Diamondbacks lead all of baseball in runs scored with 89.
I'm not sure what all this means this early in the season, but it is kinda interesting to look at.
Game 14 - 4/15/2008
Royals 6, Mariners 11
This one was ugly. You always know that there will be games where your pitching staff just gets rocked, and this was one of those games.
Hopefully, Gil will get on track tonight in Anaheim.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 8-6
Expected Record 8-6
Runs Scored 49
Runs Allowed 44
Projected Record 93-69
Pythagorean Record 90-72
Pythagorean Winning% 0.553
Let's go get 'em
This one was ugly. You always know that there will be games where your pitching staff just gets rocked, and this was one of those games.
Hopefully, Gil will get on track tonight in Anaheim.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 8-6
Expected Record 8-6
Runs Scored 49
Runs Allowed 44
Projected Record 93-69
Pythagorean Record 90-72
Pythagorean Winning% 0.553
Let's go get 'em
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Game 13 - 4/14/2008
Royals 5, Mariners 1
This is odd. In back-to-back games, the Royals had a 107-pitch, complete game performance by their starting pitcher, and the Royals won both games 5-1.
UPDATE:I was wrong. Banny threw 111 pitches on Sunday. My bad.
Something special is happening this April.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 8-5
Expected Record 8-5
Runs Scored 43
Runs Allowed 33
Projected Record 100-62
Pythagorean Record 102-60
Pythagorean Winning% 0.629
Let's go get 'em
This is odd. In back-to-back games, the Royals had a 107-pitch, complete game performance by their starting pitcher, and the Royals won both games 5-1.
UPDATE:I was wrong. Banny threw 111 pitches on Sunday. My bad.
Something special is happening this April.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 8-5
Expected Record 8-5
Runs Scored 43
Runs Allowed 33
Projected Record 100-62
Pythagorean Record 102-60
Pythagorean Winning% 0.629
Let's go get 'em
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Game 12 - 4/13/2008
Twins 1, Royals 5
BANTASTIC!!!
Brian Bannister continues to amaze. He pitched a complete game today, throwing 110 pitches. He only gave up one unearned run in the first inning, after Jose Guillen's error in right field.
Bannister kept the Twins batters off balance, and put the ball in play keeping his defense in the game on another cold, windy day.
Billy Butler also continued his hot streak, hitting in his 12th straight game. Alex Gordon looks much better to start 2008 than he did in 2007. He hit a home run late in the game to add an insurance run. Not that Bannister needed it.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 7-5
Expected Record 7-5
Runs Scored 38
Runs Allowed 32
Projected Record 95-67
Pythagorean Record 95-67
Pythagorean Winning% 0.585
Let's go get 'em
BANTASTIC!!!
Brian Bannister continues to amaze. He pitched a complete game today, throwing 110 pitches. He only gave up one unearned run in the first inning, after Jose Guillen's error in right field.
Bannister kept the Twins batters off balance, and put the ball in play keeping his defense in the game on another cold, windy day.
Billy Butler also continued his hot streak, hitting in his 12th straight game. Alex Gordon looks much better to start 2008 than he did in 2007. He hit a home run late in the game to add an insurance run. Not that Bannister needed it.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 7-5
Expected Record 7-5
Runs Scored 38
Runs Allowed 32
Projected Record 95-67
Pythagorean Record 95-67
Pythagorean Winning% 0.585
Let's go get 'em
Game 11 - 4/12/2008
Twins 2, Royals 0
26 consecutive scoreless innings for the Royals. Tomko pictched well, but the bats just couldn't get going in the freezing cold. We even saw a little snow late in the game.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 6-5
Expected Record 6-5
Runs Scored 33
Runs Allowed 31
Projected Record 89-73
Pythagorean Record 87-75
Pythagorean Winning% 0.531
Let's go get 'em
26 consecutive scoreless innings for the Royals. Tomko pictched well, but the bats just couldn't get going in the freezing cold. We even saw a little snow late in the game.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 6-5
Expected Record 6-5
Runs Scored 33
Runs Allowed 31
Projected Record 89-73
Pythagorean Record 87-75
Pythagorean Winning% 0.531
Let's go get 'em
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Brrrrrrrrrrrrr.........
It's noon, and in 6 hours we will be at the ballpark for tonight's Royals/Twins game. The main reason for going tonight, of course, is to see the Royals debut the new powder blue jerseys. More importantly, the Royals are giving away Billy Butler powder blue jerseys to the first 20,000 fans tonight.
As I sit in my kitchen looking out the window, I see large snowflakes falling down. In April.
Next week, the weather is supposed to break and we should see some sunny skies and temperatures in the 70s and 80s. For now though... this stinks!
As I sit in my kitchen looking out the window, I see large snowflakes falling down. In April.
Next week, the weather is supposed to break and we should see some sunny skies and temperatures in the 70s and 80s. For now though... this stinks!
Friday, April 11, 2008
Game 10 - 4/11/2008
Twins 5, Royals 0
Damn. Just when I was bragging about how the Royals haven't been shut out, this happens. I didn't see how the Twins score their runs, but I guess it doesn't matter. Let's just chalk this one up to a slow start by Meche, and that he'll improve as the weather does.
I watched the last two innings on TV. Holy moly, it looked cold out there.
Oh, and it's nice to hear that Guillen's suspension will not happen. Although, I'm starting to think the break could have done him some good. He's looked downright awful to start the season.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 6-4
Expected Record 6-4
Runs Scored 33
Runs Allowed 29
Projected Record 98-64
Pythagorean Record 92-70
Pythagorean Winning% 0.564
Let's go get 'em
Damn. Just when I was bragging about how the Royals haven't been shut out, this happens. I didn't see how the Twins score their runs, but I guess it doesn't matter. Let's just chalk this one up to a slow start by Meche, and that he'll improve as the weather does.
I watched the last two innings on TV. Holy moly, it looked cold out there.
Oh, and it's nice to hear that Guillen's suspension will not happen. Although, I'm starting to think the break could have done him some good. He's looked downright awful to start the season.
The Hill Climb
Actual Record 6-4
Expected Record 6-4
Runs Scored 33
Runs Allowed 29
Projected Record 98-64
Pythagorean Record 92-70
Pythagorean Winning% 0.564
Let's go get 'em
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