Alex Gordon says: “I’m going to dominate next year,”

[Deberg_1990]

http://www.kansascity.com/2010/09/21...-dominate.html


Alex Gordon is already putting down a marker for next year as this season — a transition season that saw him switch from third base to left field — winds through the final two weeks.

“I’m going to dominate next year,” he vowed, “I can tell you that. Not that this year is over, but I’m going to dominate next year.”

The words, as always with Gordon, come quietly. And, yes, he knows his production this year, or throughout his four-year career, offers little to support what, for him, is a rare proclamation.

Gordon has six homers and just 16 RBIs in 52 games since returning from Class AAA Omaha. He also has 45 strikeouts in 203 plate appearances while batting .233 with a .325 on-base percentage.

No matter.

“I’ve shown flashes,” he said, “but something that’s bothered me is I haven’t been consistent. I show flashes, and then I go into a little bit of a slump that kind of erases what I did.

“I just need to figure out how to be consistent and put it all together throughout the year.”

There seems little doubt he will get a chance to validate his words. General manager Dayton Moore said Gordon remains a key component in the Royals’ future as club officials shape their off-season plans.

“I think Alex is going to have a great year next year,” Moore said. “I really do. I think Alex is going to be a solid contributor. I’ll say this: You can win a championship with Alex Gordon on your club.

“We’re counting on him to be that type of guy when we’re ready to win.”

That seems to spike any lingering speculation that Gordon faced a make-or-break stretch this summer after returning in mid-July from Omaha to become the club’s regular left fielder.

“I think he’s going to be fine,” manager Ned Yost said. “Do I think he’s going to hit .300? Maybe not. But do I think he’s got a chance to hit 20-25 homers and drive in 80-85 runs? Yeah. He’s got a chance to take some walks and be a productive hitter for us.”

Gordon sees that and more.

“I feel comfortable in left field,” he said. “I was struggling at third, and it was taking too much out of me. My numbers aren’t where I want them to be. I’m not producing like I want to produce.

“But I’m feeling good out there, and I think it’s going to come around.”



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[durtyrute]

I hope he does, probably won't but theres always a chance

[gblowfish]

Alice has been pretty good for about a week. Let's see:
a) What happens when pitchers adjust to him;
b) If he can stay healthy;
c) What he does in pressure situations where production is needed. Alice will hit a homer when you're down 7-1, but runner on second in a tie game in late innings? He never hits, ever ever ever. He's Hal Morris all over again. Who's Hal Morris? The greatest non-productive Royals .300 hitter evah!

Check out Morris' 1998 KC Royals stats:
http://www.baseball-reference.com/pl...orriha02.shtml

472 ABs, 1 HR, 40 RBI, but hit .309.

It's hard to be that shitty and still hit .300.
That's Alice Gordon, if he's lucky.

[BigMeatballDave]

Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

They havent completed their annual 20 game losing streak yet...

They have never lost 20 straight. They did lose 19 in 05, though. Their longest losing streak last season was 7.

[Reerun_KC]

Originally Posted by BCD

They have never lost 20 straight. They did lose 19 in 05, though. Their longest losing streak last season was 7.

[wazu]

Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

Its WAY too early in the season to get to excited about Gordon or the Royals...

It's never too early. Only too late. If there's fun and excitement, enjoy it while it lasts. Wouldn't it be something if Alex Gordon pulled a Grienke and actually realized his potential all of the sudden?

[Demonpenz]

Gordon had 2 game winning homeruns last year it's too early to seriously judge, but it is fun to dream

[SuperChief]

Originally Posted by Demonpenz

Gordon had 2 game winning homeruns last year it's too early to seriously judge, but it is fun to dream

Your avatar pic is ****ing hilarious. I'm pretty sure Jesus would be riding the pine unless he can shoot lights out, though . . . being a rangy Galilean Jew and all.

[wazu]

Originally Posted by SuperChief

Your avatar pic is ****ing hilarious. I'm pretty sure Jesus would be riding the pine unless he can shoot lights out, though . . . being a rangy Galilean Jew and all.

You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?

[SuperChief]

Originally Posted by Adam

You trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?

Yes.

[ROYC75]

Originally Posted by Adam

It's never too early. Only too late. If there's fun and excitement, enjoy it while it lasts. Wouldn't it be something if Alex Gordon pulled a Grienke and actually realized his potential all of the sudden?

Only to be traded before his next contract ? Seems to be the norm.

[Coach]

.351 BA/.375 OBP/.532 SLG/.907 OPS with a OPS+ of 154.

#Dominating.

[Bump]

whenever a baseball player comes out and says they are going to dominate, take that seriously. In the business, that means he's finally on steroids.

[Mama Hip Rockets]

Originally Posted by thurman merman

He will dominate the league standings on most strikeouts on 6-foot-high fastballs.

Also on lowest batting average with RISP.

[KcMizzou]

Originally Posted by Bump

whenever a baseball player comes out and says they are going to dominate, take that seriously. In the business, that means he's finally on steroids.

Dude.

[KCrockaholic]

Originally Posted by Bump

whenever a baseball player comes out and says they are going to dominate, take that seriously. In the business, that means he's finally on steroids.

Actually, he looks like the fittest player on the team. He's not too skinny, he has a good frame. Strong arm for sure. Yeah steroids it is. Oh well. I don't care.