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Lamb eager for more after first Cactus League outing

Getz, Giavotella again in battle for second-base job

Morning Coffee: Royals With Something to Prove

Royals Spring Training: Weekend Games Tell Us...Something

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Lamb's reduced velocity the other day is a major concern.

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It's still early. But definitely something to keep an eye on

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Performance Evaluations: Spring Games - Some nice notes on some of the guys. I'm really interested in how the young pitching does this spring. They may not be in KC this year, but there are some future starters in this group.

Dyson adjusts technique to better use speed - If he can be more of a threat to get on base, he becomes a real asset. And considering Cain's injury issues, we may need him no matter what.

I'm late on this one with Rany. Five For Friday

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Jarrod Dyson, Meet Willie Mays Hayes - I hope to see similar results

Royals Spring Training 2/26: Pitching on Display - Lots of good news here. Both Duffy and Paulino threw off the mound. Ventura rebounded. Hosmer may have found his swing. Davis debuted.

Twitter Tuesday - Always fun

Joseph strikes out the side again - He's making a case for himself.

Paulino joins Duffy in taking steps back to mound - It's encouraging for sure. If these guys can come back healthy, the 2nd half of the season could be pretty solid with the rotation.

Ramirez brings options, value with big bat - Not sure what his future holds, but in case of injury...

Davis leads impressive outing for KC pitchers - We can be hopeful this time of year, right?

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Early on, Chen's statistics edge Hochevar's - I still want Smith to win the 5th spot. Chen can work as a middle relief guy and Hoch can go away.

Frenchy enters 2013 with something to prove - You can't help but like this guy as a person. I'd love to see him succeed but I have my doubts. And we can't afford for him to play as poorly this year since our insurance policy is now in Tampa.

Hoch walks three, Chen perfect in win - Did I mention I want to see Smith win the spot?

Luke Hochevar: Enigmas, Adjustments, and a (Not So) Secret Weapon? - Hmmm

The New Guys - Today will be interesting

Morning Coffee: Checking In On Some Royals Battles - Never heard of either of the guys fighting for the backup catcher role...

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Herrera adds hook to pitching repertoire - This could make him even better.

Relief effort could help Smith in rotation bid - This is what I like to hear!

Shields' first Royals outing easy as 1-2-3 - Can't wait for opening day.

Joseph has enough stuff to close in the future - I think that gives us 4 or 5 guys in the pen capable of being a closer...

Duffy, Paulino throw sessions with good results - If we can get these two in the mix, we could be very strong down the road.

Hosmer, Moustakas pace Royals in win over Giants - Hope the youngsters continue to hit. It's time for them to take that step.

Davis sharp in second Spring Training outing - Hope he keeps it up.

Five For Friday. with Rany

1,000 At-Bats And The Double Standard - I don't get it either.

Battle for the Bump - SMH

The Second Wave Approaches - This is exciting. Zimmer to start in AA?

Gordon Vs. Butler - Interesting debate

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Hosmer headed to WBC

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yuck i dont like that

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Gordon's slam helps keep Royal's unbeaten - Shields pitched three solid innings.

Salvador Perez And Expectations - Kids a winner is all there is to it.

A Mendoza Miracle - Not sure how he's done it.

Morning Coffee: When Does it Mean Something? - My answer is when they do it for real.

Royals Spring Training Roundup: The Good and The Less-Good - Can't wait for April

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yuck i dont like that

I dont mind as much.. Competition should be a bit better than some kid in A ball trying to make some noise. Plus he has to switch to that mindframe of playing for something and not just "getting ready"

With the year he had last year it is iffy but overall I think this will work out in our favor.

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Santana, Joseph impressive on mound in loss - I like to see these things.

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Friday Notes - Spring Training Edition - Pitching, Moose, Calixte, Hosmer in the WBC and Cain.

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Been on vacation and playing catch up.

Arguelles among four players cut from Royals camp - Arguelles to AA. Marimon, Verdugo and Julio Rodriguez to minor league camp.

Two players sent down - Pina and OF Luis Durango sent to minor league camp.

Ventura continues dazzling spring campaign - Wouldn't have expected him to be so impressive this spring. Hell, he may find his way into the rotation at some point if he keeps this up.

Pitcher traded for Santan cut by Angels - Poor Sisk. He'll be fine.

Hochevar, Chen struggle - Smith anyone? Hell, Ventura anyone? :D

Escobar turning into complete player - I think we have a special one here. If he continues to hit, look out!

Moose taking a positive track for Royals - Speaking of special, if this kid starts to hit like we think he can...

Lamb among three cuts - Lamb to AA. Dwyer and Marks to AAA.

Yordano Ventura Keeps Impressing - Sounds like there's a chance he could start at AAA. He's also put on some weight so they're feeling better about him being a starter.

Royals Off Day Thoughts: Second Base, Mike Moustakas, and Prospect Praise - Mondesi.

Morning Coffee: Ventura Looks Sharp - Also some thoughts on Gio, Lough and backup catcher.

Morning Coffee: Fifth Starter Battle Offers No Winners - Where's Smith? Neither Hoch or Chen have been the least bit impressive. Mendoza is back from the WBC...

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Royals release Moscosco - I've also heard unconfimred reports of Hochevar being moved to the pen...