It's hard to argue either way ... And I like James Shields. He was a great veteran presence. But so is Guthrie. And Vargas. And hell, Davis/Holland. And Chris Young.

and Rios :evil:

Edit: we're talking pitchers. Disregard.

Don't be naive. There's obviously more to it than that. I have not watched Cashner pitch. I don't know. But his strikeout rate is actually up this year, he's allowing too many HRs, and he is playing in front of a worse defense. He currently has almost as many unearned runs as the entire Royals pitching staff. That's no joke.

It's not like there's some magic wand and only Shields could help them, but my point was that both Duffy and Ventura have appeared to be mentally fragile from the start of this season. A veteran presence probably could have helped them, because their issues are mental. I don't have any problem with letting Shields walk, just making a point. And I do believe having someone who sets a solid example, and is talented, can make a difference. I like Guthrie, but he just can't play that role.

that's the nail

Credit to McCutchen there, that's not a terrible pitch.

Or her....

http://www.pitch.com/imager/kacie-mc...na_staires.jpg

His swing isn't shit, he's just incredibly streaky. It's frustrating to watch as a fan but he's still a fantastic player for many reasons that won't show up on a stat sheet ... You know, kinda like James Shields

Dyson plays too shallow in left ... Cocky son of a Bitch. Gordon gets that ball

Well, I'm not too mad. I'm kinda excited to watch Medlen. They should bring him in to finish this one after this last out

he plays where they line him up....our coaches have had us out of position all night

Well.. that is an outing for Ventura.

Ventura was Jekyll and Hyde tonight. Oh well. No difference in losing 10-1 or 3-1 in 18 innings. A loss is a loss.

Here comes a solo from ****wad. Because, well, you know

wtf was that when we needed it rios?

2 out rally GO