Photo by David Durochik/Diamond Images via Getty Images Quad Cities has some pitching. This Week in the Minors is our weekly look at notable performances from all over the system, from big-name prospects and less-heralded guys alike. The mission is to answer this simple question: “Who had a good week?” Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers (10-15, 5 games back) It was a rough … [Read more...] about TWitM: River Bandits pitching continues to shine
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The Seth Lugo conundrum
Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images In which the pesky player option rears its fickle head. Seth Lugo dominated Friday night. Facing the Houston Astros in his sixth start of the season, Lugo threw a gem, having by far his best outing of the season as the Royals prevailed 2-0. During his previous starts, Lugo had tossed no more than 6.2 innings, but this time he went a full … [Read more...] about The Seth Lugo conundrum
Rays series preview: Outdoor baseball in Tampa
Photo by Cliff Welch/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images How will Steinbrenner Field play? The Royals have sought to emulate the Rays in many ways, poaching manager Matt Quatraro and bench coach Paul Hoover from the organization. Owner John Sherman has talked about having a more sustainable approach to competitiveness, like the Rays have done despite a shoestring budget. … [Read more...] about Rays series preview: Outdoor baseball in Tampa
Cole Ragans scratched from Wednesday’s start, Noah Cameron to be called up to make MLB debut
Photo by Norm Hall/MLB Photos via Getty Images The St. Joe’s native will make his MLB debut The Royals announced Cole Ragans will not make his regularly scheduled start on Wednesday due to a mild groin injury he suffered on Saturday. Instead the team will call up left-hander Noah Cameron to make his MLB debut. Cameron hails from St. Joseph, Missouri and attended St. … [Read more...] about Cole Ragans scratched from Wednesday’s start, Noah Cameron to be called up to make MLB debut
Royals vs. Rays Tuesday game thread
Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images We play outside tonight in Tampa. The Royals are in Tampa tonight for outdoor baseball! With Tropicana Field damaged, the Rays are playing at Steinbrenner Field, the minor league home of the Yankees’ A-ball affiliate. The park plays as a hitter’s park, although it is quite windy and if it is blowing in, it can be a pitcher’s best … [Read more...] about Royals vs. Rays Tuesday game thread