Royals Betemit expected to sign with Royals - Page 2

Coach · 11-11-2009, 06:48 PM

Source: Betemit expected to sign with Royals — 6:34 p.m.
Veteran utility player Wilson Betemit is expected to sign a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals, one major league source told FOXSports.com.

Betemit spent part of the 2009 season with the White Sox, after the Yankees included him in the Nick Swisher trade. But he batted only .200 in 20 games and didn't play in the majors after June 2. Then he went to Class AAA and hit .241.

Betemit, a switch hitter, has primarily played third base in the major leagues but has experience at all four infield positions. The Royals could view him as a low-cost alternative to the versatile Mark Teahen, who was traded to the White Sox last week.

Royals general manager Dayton Moore is familiar with Betemit, 28, from their time together with the Atlanta Braves. Betemit had his best seasons with the Braves in 2005 and 2006.

Source: Royals committed to Gordon at third — 11:22 a.m.
Despite acquiring Josh Fields from the White Sox, the Royals are committed to Alex Gordon at third base, a source said today.

Fields, instead, is viewed as a possible left fielder if the Royals find a suitable trade for David DeJesus.

Fields had some experience in left with the White Sox.

DeJesus is a steady hitter who had an off year in 2009. He's set to earn $4.7 million next year, followed by a $6 million option (or $500,000 buyout) in 2011.

http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/1...he-GM-meetings

Mecca · 11-11-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

I'll freak the **** out if Jacobs is on the team this coming year.

And KC needs not to **** with Butterball.

Well I figured he'd DH but either way why can't Fields just take Jacobs spot, that makes the most sense.

**DeezNutz** · 11-11-2009, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

Well I figured he'd DH but either way why can't Fields just take Jacobs spot, that makes the most sense.

Sure, sounds fine.

But I have a hard time thinking that Fields would not be a significant upgrade to Guillen in RF.

irishjayhawk · 11-11-2009, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Laz

sick and tired of seeing the word Utility in front of every player we pick up.

No shit.

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

Yep, makes sense.

No reason to keep DeJesus, an actual ML talent, when you have to make sure to keep running Guillen's broke dick ass out to RF. It wouldn't make sense for Fields to replace Jose.

Debatable.

**Bowser** · 11-11-2009, 08:34 PM

It's scary how the talent level of KC's two pro teams mirror each other.

**DeezNutz** · 11-11-2009, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by irishjayhawk

Debatable.

No way. And there isn't anyone on this board who has hurled more insults at DeJesus than me.

He's an absolute pussy, and one of the worst base runners in the league.

That said, he can hit in the leadoff spot and plays a pretty decent LF. Not great, but, like Teahen, a ML player.

irishjayhawk · 11-11-2009, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

No way. And there isn't anyone on this board who has hurled more insults at DeJesus than me.

He's an absolute pussy, and one of the worst base runners in the league.

That said, he can hit in the leadoff spot and plays a pretty decent LF. Not great, but, like Teahen, a ML player.

Right, he's serviceable. But I'd hardly call him an MLB talent.

But we agree on the bold.

**DeezNutz** · 11-11-2009, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by irishjayhawk

Right, he's serviceable. But I'd hardly call him an MLB talent.

But we agree on the bold.

Think we're debating semantics.

He's a contributing player on most teams in the league, and a clear positive (overall and when used properly) for a dog shit team like the Royals.

Serviceable/playable/ML talent...these are all about the same to me.

irishjayhawk · 11-11-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

Think we're debating semantics.

He's a contributing player on most teams in the league, and a clear positive (overall and when used properly) for a dog shit team like the Royals.

Serviceable/playable/ML talent...these are all about the same to me.

Yeah, I got that impression too.

CaliforniaChief · 11-12-2009, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by DeezNutz

Sure, sounds fine.

But I have a hard time thinking that Fields would not be a significant upgrade to Guillen in RF.

If only we could have seen this...

And not Howie Kendrick circling the bases on a routine fly ball. That play still pisses me off.

BigCatDaddy · 11-12-2009, 08:12 AM

Shouldn't all these moves and potential moves combined with losing either Olivo or Buck free up some salary to spend? Although I'm not real sure where we spend it at, since we seem to have players locked it at all postions except CF and DH. Maybe another starter or better arms in the pen?

Demonpenz · 11-12-2009, 09:13 AM

If olivo leaves it will be another Ibanez situation. He's going to hit 20 or so bombs if he stays in shape.

BWillie · 11-12-2009, 09:33 AM

fuck you Dayton Moore.

**RockChalk** · 11-12-2009, 09:48 AM

Well that ought to wrap up the AL Central.

Maybe we can sign Jose Molina and lock up BoomBoom to a 5 year 40 million contract while we're at it. I used to have faith in DM and was willing to trust him, but when's he going to realize that he can't turn chicken shit into chicken salad. You can't tell me that we don't have someone in the minors who can provide what Betemit will give us

Stewie · 11-12-2009, 09:54 AM

Could we please sign someone I've heard of and is a good player? This team is not moving forward IMO.

BigCatDaddy · 11-12-2009, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Demonpenz

If olivo leaves it will be another Ibanez situation. He's going to hit 20 or so bombs if he stays in shape.

I agree. Much rather see Olivo and Pena as our catchers and let Buck and his 3 mil a year go.

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Coach Champs! Join Date: Mar 2004 Casino cash: $3788476	Betemit expected to sign with Royals Source: Betemit expected to sign with Royals — 6:34 p.m. Veteran utility player Wilson Betemit is expected to sign a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals, one major league source told FOXSports.com. Betemit spent part of the 2009 season with the White Sox, after the Yankees included him in the Nick Swisher trade. But he batted only .200 in 20 games and didn't play in the majors after June 2. Then he went to Class AAA and hit .241. Betemit, a switch hitter, has primarily played third base in the major leagues but has experience at all four infield positions. The Royals could view him as a low-cost alternative to the versatile Mark Teahen, who was traded to the White Sox last week. Royals general manager Dayton Moore is familiar with Betemit, 28, from their time together with the Atlanta Braves. Betemit had his best seasons with the Braves in 2005 and 2006. Source: Royals committed to Gordon at third — 11:22 a.m. Despite acquiring Josh Fields from the White Sox, the Royals are committed to Alex Gordon at third base, a source said today. Fields, instead, is viewed as a possible left fielder if the Royals find a suitable trade for David DeJesus. Fields had some experience in left with the White Sox. DeJesus is a steady hitter who had an off year in 2009. He's set to earn $4.7 million next year, followed by a $6 million option (or $500,000 buyout) in 2011. http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/1...he-GM-meetings
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