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Agee claimed off of waivers by KC, and Piniella claimed by the Astros from the Royals organization.
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man...reading this....bringing back memories.
Steve Busby was one of my favorites, no-hitters in consecutive years....it looked like he could be an all-time great....then injury ruined his career... In fact...Fran Healy has stated more than once...Busby was the best pitcher he ever caught. Fun stuff here! |
That is exactly why I am doing it, I appreciate your feedback
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just an update of newsworthy info
Dave Parker (PITT) has been lost for 3 months Del Unser (TEX) goes 6-6 against the Royals, a week later was claimed by the Athletics off of waivers Lou Brock (SL) collects hit # 2000 Frank Tanana (CAL) lost for 2-3 months Richie Hebner (CIN) off to a .253 6HR 35rbi start, a bit cooler than the last few years Royals entering a major stretch of games, they will be playing 35 games over the next 34 games leading up to the all Star game They now set at 30-33 11 games back from the A's |
7/1/74
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Wow, did I play that month quick, little too much time on my hands
Bochte and Johnson, earned Rookie of the month, and hitters of the month Royals update coming soon http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1340847615 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1340847632 |
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Vida Blue (OAK) lost for 8-9 weeks with a triceps strain
Carl Yastrzemski (BOS) lost for 4 weeks with back spasms Willie Davis (LAN) has been dealt to Cleveland for Ron Law http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1341069102 |
Catfish Hunter (OAK) now lost for 8 months with a torn labrum
Bruce Bochte (CAL) out for 6 weeks with torn groin Will oakland be able to hold off the others without Blue and Hunter, they currently have a 3.5 game lead |
Trading deadline update 1974
Dick Drago (KC) lost for 3-4 months with partially torn labrum
Davey Johnson (KC) claimed off of waivers by the Orioles In several moves dealing '74 All Stars Bill Lee (BOS) indicated he no longer would pitch North of the Mason Dixon Line and was subsequently dealt to the Rangers for Lenny Randle. Ray Corbin (MINN) heads to Pittsburgh for Chris Chambliss Darrell Evans (ATL) headed to big Apple as the Braves receive Jerry Koosman Fergie Jenkins (CHC) heads to Texas in exchange for Mike Cubbage |
8/1/74 update
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Royals update and Rookies of the month
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milestone update
Joe Torre (BALT) picked up #2000
Al Kaline (PITT) got hit #3000 Dave McNally (BALT) picks up his 200th win, will he win 20 for the 7th year in a row? It looks like he will with 3 more to go Fergie Jenkins (TEX) throws a no hitter against Cleveland The Royals are awful. Brett, Bench and Cowens continue to hit the ball fairly well, but the pitching is brutal. Dennis Leonard seems to be on a roll, while all other starters toil. Steve Busby has been very hittable as his ERA nears 5. The bullpen has been pretty solid, however, they are rarely given leads to protect. With the rotation now being in a full fledged "youth" movement, the team is clearly looking to next year. Busby, Gura, Splittorff, Fitzmorris and Leonard along with Mike Torrez need to determine who wants to step up and help lead this team into the 2nd half of the decade. Leonard appears to be the frontrunner. |
9/1/74
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It appears as though there is only a couple of races remaining, and they appear to be only 2 team races
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Top hitters for August along with a snapshot of the Royals '74 team
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man....that team has a serious power shortage
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That is for certain, but, until FA kicks in I am not sure what else to do. I do not really have a strength from which to attempt to trade. The White Sox actually have 25 fewer HR than we do. I wonder if '74 was a particularly bad year for HR, that perhaps brought on a juiced ball.
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Playoff preview
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The Oakland A's sweep the Boston Red Sox 3-0
The Pittsburgh Pirates sweep the Cincinnati Reds 3-0 Classic World Series here is a look at each game Game 1 Oak 3-Pitt 2 in 10 Game 2 Pitt 2-Oak 0 Game 3 Pitt 10-Oak 9 in 14 Game 4 Oak 2-Pitt 1 in 11 Game 5 Pitt 3-Oak 2 Game 6 Oak 4-Pitt 3 Game 7 Wilbur Wood vs Dock Ellis http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1341269839 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1341269858 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1341269858 |
HELP on NL MVP vote
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I would choose Ryan because Morgan, Stargell, and Johnson didn't have any seasons that were SUPER special. Ryan was most valuable because he won 25 games.
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I'll vote Cliff Johnson...that's a "Johnny Bench" season....great production from a catcher. Ryan can win the Cy Young...
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So who won game 7, Wood vs Ellis?
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Game 7
Well the finale was everything you could want, over 46,000 fans crammed their way into the Oakland-Alameda Coliseum.
Wilbur Wood and Dock Ellis were both up to the task going the distance Richie Zisk and Willie Stargell got the scoring started with a pair of homers to set the Pirates out to a 3-0 lead after 3 The bottom of the 4th started the activity for the A's Claudell Washington and Reggie Jackson each singled and were followed up by a walk to George Hendrick, loading the bases. Dock Ellis got Tommy McCraw to ground out bringing in 1 run. Ken Boswell then popped out to third. That brought up Tommy Helms with 2 down, he doubled into the lf gap tying the game at 3. Wood was in and out of trouble the rest of the way leaving 6 men on base over the next 3 innings. The game would remain tied into the bottom of the 7th inning, when Bert Campaneris singled and stole 2nd, he was later driven in by a 2 out single by Claudell Washington, who was later thrown out attempting to steal 2nd, leaving a very disgruntled Reggie Jackson in the batters box. Heading to the 8th Oakland 4 Pittsburgh 3 The Pirates went in order in the 8th, and the A's mini rally was ended when Tommy McCraw was thrown out at the plate by RF Roberto Clemente. The 9th began with 2 up and 2 down for the buccos, when Miguel Dilone reached on an error and was then singled over to 2nd by Dave Cash. This brought Richie Zisk to the plate and Wood got a routine grounder to second to end the game, and the series. Game 7 Oakland 4 Pittsburgh 3 1974 World Series Oakland 4 Pittsburgh 3 League MVP goes to Wilbur Wood who won 2 games, including the game 7 complete game victory. The Oakland Athletics have now won 2 consecutive World Championships and 3 straight AL West titles The Athletics are managed by Lum Harris, Harris who won a division with the Braves in '69 has now won 4 division titles and 2 World Championships, certainly off to a stellar career as a manager. |
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Dave McNally (BALT) was injured, missing his final 3 starts. He finished 19-14, falling just short of his 7th straight 20 win season
The first BIG trade of the offseason Oakland sends CF George Hendrick to Cincy for 3B Richie Hebner The Royals must now face their one time MVP candidate regularly, but, that Bench guy is pretty good as well Jim Kaat (MINN) has suffered a fall from his roof, and is in critical condition in a Minneapolis hospital. His playing career is the least of their concerns at this point. Here is a look at the '74 Royals, Brett missed the final week leaving him in pursuit of another 200 hit season, he also fell short of the 50 double plateau with 48 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1341412098 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1341412100 |
1974 year in review
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Here is a look at the final standings and various award winners for each league
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Offseason news
The Royals made a move today in hopes of shoring up their 1B problem for the near future.
The Angels were showing some interest in the teams all time save leader, Monty Montgomery. They were offering up Lee May. However, once the GM had committed to moving Montgomery, we shopped him around a bit. Enter the Red Sox, who had an aging Yaz and a very impressive young OF. With Reggie Smith, Fred Lynn, Jim Rice and Dwight Evans fighting for AB's Talks went back and forth for quite some time before a deal came forth. The deal has KC sending Monty Montgomery (CL), Felix Millan (2b), Rodney Scott (2b)-rookie and Joe Keough (LF) throw in, (who was subsequently dealt to Atlanta for Max Leon (MR)) The Red Sox parted with Cecil Cooper (1b) The teams tried to add to the players and include a ss for KC but were unable to agree. It appears as though the Royals will give rookie Jamie Quirk the opportunity to win that position out of spring training. Jim Kaat (MINN) has been released from the hospital with no time-table for his return to the field. Just prior to opening day the Royals were dealt the news that Amos Otis would be lost for 5 months with a concussion, they were forced to act quickly. They did not have a competent player in the minors to start the season in CF. They then struck a deal with the Twins, normally trading within the division is against GM Lasher's wishes. However, this was a desperate situation, especially when you consider the amount of time Otis has missed over the past few season The Twins found themselves in a bit of a financial crunch and were in need of some cash and an arm in the pen, the Royals sent Jim York (MR) and Bob Oliver (1b) along with a player to be named later and $75k in cash in exchange for rookie Lyman Bostock (CF). Bostock will be reporting to LA in the morning as the boys in blue will open the season against the Angels The Angels have sent young 1b Bruce Bochte to the Mets in exchange for ss Bud Harrelson 20 game winner rundown 15 20 game winners 8 1st timers 6 2nd timers including 3 back to back, Gaylord Perry (SF), Ron Reed (ATL) and Jon Matlack (NYN) 1 4th timer Fergie Jenkins (TEX) Nolan Ryan (NYN) won the pitching triple crown and Wilbur Wood (OAK) won an incredible 29 games |
Catching everyone up
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For those of you who might just be joining this thread, here is a quick snapshot of what has happened to date. This started with the Royals in 1969, I play 85% of the games and allow other teams to make their own moves. I try to keep you posted of big moves and many milestones, if you have any favorite players or teams or story lines that you are interested in do not be afraid to ask, thank you for taking time out of your day to read my worthless thread. I like many others just enjoy reliving my ball card collection, one season at a time.
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NL East Preview
In the order of the pre season predictions, records are those that were predicted, compiled record is from '69-'74
Pittsburgh Pirates (3 division titles, 1 WS crown) 531-431 record Jorge Pena, mgr 103-59 C-Manny Sanguillen 1b-POPS Stargell 2b-Dave Cash SS-Rennie Stennett 3b-Bill Melton LF-Dave Parker CF-Al Oliver RF-Richie Zisk depth-Andre Thornton, Roberto Clemente, Al Kaline SP-Bruce Kison SP-John Candelaria SP-Jim Rooker SP-Dock Ellis St Louis Cardinals 480-492 Red Schoendeinst, mgr 96-66-key injury Steve Carlton out 7 months C-Ted Simmons 1b-Joe Rudi 2b-Larry Bowa SS-Freddie Patek 3b-Ed Crosby LF-Lou Brock CF-Bake McBride RF-Jose Cruz depth-Keith hernandez, Jerry Mumphrey SP-Jerry Reuss SP-John Denny SP-Ray Bare SP-Eric Rasmussen NY Mets (2 division titles) 541-431 Richard Donaldson, mgr 84-78 C-Tim McCarver 1b-Bruce Bochte 2b-Wayne Garrett SS-Dennis Menke 3b-Darrell Evans LF-Ed Kirkpatrick CF-Rick Miller RF-Jose Cardenal depth-Cookie Rojas, John Milner SP-Nolan Ryan SP-Tom Seaver SP-Brent Strom SP-Jon Matlack Chicago Cubs 483-489 Gil Hodges, mgr 76-86 key injury- Bill Bonham 3 months C-Milt May 1b-Pete LaCock 2b-Ron Dunn SS-Don kessinger 3b-Mike Cubbage LF-Billy Williams CF-Bill North RF-Oscar Gamble depth- Ron Santo, Dave Rosello SP-Rick Reuschel SP-Burt Hooton SP-Ray Burris SP-Joe Decker Philadelphia Phillies (1 division title) 471-501 Earl Weaver, mgr 72-90 key injury-Woodie Fryman 4 months C-John Stearns 1b-Dick Allen 2b-Lou Klimchock SS-Don Money 3b-Mike Schmidt LF-Greg Luzinski CF-Larry Hisle RF-Mike Anderson depth-Terry Crowley, Alan Bannister SP-Rick Wise SP-Tom Underwood SP-Larry Christensen SP-Dick Ruthven Montreal Expos 417-555 Tim Cramer, mgr 64-98 C-Gary Carter 1b-Bob Bailey 2b-Jim Ray Hart SS-Larry Lintz 3b-Larry Parrish LF-Jerry White CF-Ellis Valentine RF-Rusty Staub depth-Steve Yeager, Rimp Lanier, Pepe Mangual SP-Steve Rogers SP-Jerry Robertson SP-Ernie McAnally SP-Dennis Blair |
NL West Preview
Houston Astros (3 division titles) 551-421
Wayne Jackson, mgr 95-67 C-Cliff Johnson 1b-John Mayberry 2b-Derrel Thomas SS-Joe Morgan 3b-Doug Rader LF-Greg Gross CF-Cesar Geronimo RF-Cesar Cedeno depth-Bob Watson, Lou Piniella SP-JR Richard SP-Larry Dierker SP-Jack Billingham SP-Danny Coombs San Francisco Giants 513-459 Mayo Smith, mgr 86-76 key injury-Jim Barr 4-5 months C-Dave Rader 1b-Willie McCovey 2b-Dave Nelson SS-Chris Speier 3b-Steve Ontiveros LF-George Foster CF-Garry Maddox RF-Gary Thomasson depth-Gary Matthews, Ken henderson, Rich Severson SP-John Montefusco SP-Gaylord Perry SP-Ed Halicki SP-Steve Stone Cincinnati Reds (1 division title) 546-426 Joe Schultz Jr, mgr 84-78 key injury-George Hendrick 3 months C-Fran Healy 1b-Tony Perez 2b-Luke Barnes SS-Dave Concepcion 3b-Pete Rose LF-Bobby Tolan CF-Johnny Jeter RF-Ken Griffey Sr depth-Dan Driessen, Alex Johnson SP-Gary Nolan SP-Ross Grimsley SP-Don Gullett SP-Luke Walker Los Angeles Dodgers (1 division title, 1 WS crown)485-486 Walter Alston, mgr 78-84 C-Jerry Grote 1b-Bill Buckner 2b-Davey Lopes SS-Ron Cey 3b-Steve Garvey LF-Roy White CF-Rick Monday RF-Jim Wynn depth-Joe Ferguson, Bobby Valentine, Jerry Royster SP-Don Sutton SP-Doug Rau SP-Steve Renko SP-Geoff Zahn Atlanta Braves (1 division title) 464-508 Alvin Dark, mgr 72-90 C-Ellie Rodriguez 1b-Felix Millan 2b-Rod Gilbreath SS-Larvell Blanks 3b-Steve Braun LF-Rico Carty CF-Rowland Office RF-Ralph Garr depth- Mike Lum, Dusty Baker SP-Ron Reed SP-Jerry Koosman SP-Phil Niekro SP-George Stone San Diego Padres 350-622, only 1 season w/less than 100 losses ('74) Derrick O'Slattery, mgr 65-97 C-Bob Davis 1b-Danny Cater 2b-Dave Roberts SS-Bill Almon 3b-Jerry DaVanon LF-Jerry Morales CF-Johnny Grubb RF-Dave Winfield depth-Paul Schaal, Cito Gaston SP-Randy Jones SP-Joe McIntosh SP-Dave Freisleben SP-Mike Caldwell |
AL East Preview
Boston Red Sox (2 division titles) 505-467
Johnny Warren, mgr 101-61 C-Carlton Fisk 1b-Carl Yastrzemski 2b-Lenny Randle SS-Rick Burleson 3b-Rico Petrocelli LF-Dwight Evans CF-Fred Lynn RF-Reggie Smith DH-Jim Rice depth-Joe LaHoud, Bobby Cox SP-Lynn McGlothen SP-Roger Moret SP-Jim Lonborg SP-Steve Hargan Cleveland Indians 450-522 Joe Gordon, mgr 85-77 note-Hank Aaron is their scouting director C-John Ellis 1b-Ron Fairly 2b-Jack Brohamer SS-Ted Sizemore 3b-Buddy Bell LF-John Lowenstein CF-Rick Manning RF-Willie Davis DH-Duane Kuiper depth-Alan Ashby SP-Dennis Eckersley SP-Sonny Siebert SP-Rich Hand SP-Dave Lemonds Detroit Tigers 480-492 Luis Craballo, mgr 79-83 C-Bill Freehan 1b-Ben Ogilvie 2b-Dick McAuliffe SS-Frank Taveras 3b-Dave Chalk LF-Bernie Carbo CF-Ron LeFlore RF-Leon Roberts DH-Tom Veryzer-wow Veryzer and Kuiper both DH's (power outage) SP-Mickey Lolich SP-Pat Dobson SP-Vern Ruhle SP-Joe Horlen New York Yankees 531-441 Earnest Bell, mgr 76-86 C-Thurman Munson 1b-Tom Hutton 2b-Joe Foy SS-Tito Fuentes 3b-Steve Huntz LF-Dave Kingman CF-Willie Crawford RF-Bobby Murcer DH-Willie Horton depth-Buck Martinez, Jim Fregosi SP-Luis Tiant SP-Doc Medich SP-Stan Bahnsen SP-Al Downing Milwaukee Brewers 384-588 (4 100 loss seasons) Francisco Ramos, mgr 67-95 injury Bill Castro 4 months C-Darrell Porter 1b-Mike Hegan 2b-Bob Sheldon SS-Robin yount 3b-Rick Auerbach LF-Sixto Lezcano CF-Gorman Thomas RF-Leroy Stanton DH-Tommy Harper SP-Jim Slaton SP-Gary Ryerson SP-Marty Pattin SP-Nelson Briles Baltimore Orioles (4 division titles, 1 WS crown) 580-392 Bill Moss, mgr 56-106 I cannot believe this prediction C-Andy Etchebarren 1b-Boog Powell 2b-Brooks Robinson SS-Bobby Grich 3b-Joe Torre LF-Tommy McCraw CF-Mickey Stanley RF-Buddy Bradford DH-Ed Herrmann SP-Jim Palmer SP-Don Hood SP-Rich Robertson SP-Dave McNally |
AL West Preview
California Angels 467-505
Ted Williams, mgr 97-65 C-Bob Montgomery 1b-Lee May 2b-Jerry Remy SS-Mark Belanger 3b-Eric Soderholm LF-Jay Johnstone CF-Morris Nettles-last year stole 101 bases RF-Mickey Rivers DH-Al Bumbry depth Dave Collins- wow lots of team speed SP-Frank Tanana SP-Andy Messersmith SP-Ed Figueroa SP-Bill Hands Oakland Athletics (4 division titles, 2 WS crowns)536-436 Lum Harris, mgr 90-72 C-Gene Tenace 1b-Wes Parker 2b-Bobby Etheridge SS-Bert Campaneris 3b-Sal Bando LF-Claudell Washington CF-Paul Blair RF-Reggie Jackson DH-Richie Hebner depth-Del Unser, Randy Hundley SP-Wilbur Wood SP-Vida BLue SP-Catfish Hunter SP-Frank Reberger Minnesota Twins (1 division title, 1 WS crown) 501-471 Mike Pittman, mgr 88-74 key injuries Jim Kaat 7 months, C Kusick pending C-Glenn Borgmann 1b-Chris Chambliss 2b-Rod Carew SS-Graig Nettles 3b-Danny Thompson LF-Elliott Maddox CF-Steve Brye RF-Dan Ford DH-Craig Kusick depth-Rick Dempsey, Dave McKay SP-Rudy May SP-Dave Goltz SP-Jim Hughes SP-Eddie Bane Texas Rangers 481-491 Bo Ricks, mgr 86-76 key injury Jackie Brown 3 months C-Jim Sundberg 1b-George C Scott 2b-Toby Harrah SS-Roy Smalley 3b-Bill Madlock LF-Mike Hargrove CF-Bobby Bonds RF-Jeff Burroughs DH-Tom Grieve depth-Tommie Agee, Bill Fahey SP-Fergie Jenkins SP-Bill Lee SP-Joe Coleman SP-Jim Umbarger Kansas City Royals 472-500 Bubba Morton, mgr 78-84 key injury-Amos Otis 3-4 months C-Johnny Bench 1b-Cecil Cooper 2b-Frank White SS-Gene Alley 3b-George Brett LF-Tom Poquette CF-Lyman Bostock RF-Al Cowens DH-Enos -waiver pickup depth-Jamie Quirk, Pat Kelly SP-Steve Busby SP-Dennis Leonard SP-Larry Gura SP-Mike Torrez Chicago White Sox (1 division title) 445-527 Gene Mauch, mgr 71-91 C-Brian Downing 1b-Carlos May 2b-Sandy Alomar SS-Bucky Dent 3b-Jorge Orta LF-Jerry Hairston CF-Bill Sharp RF-Jim Northrup DH-Bill Robinson depth-Nils Nyman, Chet Lemon, Lamar Johnson, Mike Squires SP-Jeff James SP-Bart Johnson SP-Tommy John SP-Francisco Barrios |
1975 top 10 prospects
Dennis Eckersley (Clev)
Jack Clark (SF) John Candelaria (Pitt) Eric Rasmussen (SL) Joe Nolan (NYN) Chet Lemon (CHW) Willie Randolph (Pitt) Jim Umbarger (Tex) John Stearns (PHI) Lyman Bostock (KC) Steve Carlton (SL) is lost for 7 months with torn labrum Cecil Cooper (KC) hits for the cycle, as the Royals batter the Rangers 12-2 The Royals are playing pretty well after a sluggish start, having won or split each of their last 4 series. Steve Busby did leave his last start with an unknown injury, diagnosis pending. He has been pitching pretty awful, as if he is hurt. |
5/1/75 update
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A look at the standings/leaders as well as the month of April's top performers.
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6/1/75 update
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A look at the current state of affairs, Umbarger was actually pitcher and rookie of the month.
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Busby pitching better this season and Bostock was a great addition...both of them in real life...such huge "What-if's"
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Yeah, all are performing better this year so-far. It will be interesting to see if Busby and Bostock perform long term. Also, going to be interesting to see how FA affects the league.
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Royals claim Lerrin LaGrow off of waivers from the Braves, designate Chris Zachary for assignment.
Royals are also the hottest team in the game, having won 8 in a row over the top teams in the AL. Larry Gura has now won 9 games while Busby continues to heat up as well. The strong start combined with solid timely hitting has the team within 4 games of the A's |
7/1/75 update
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Royals go 20-9 to climb back into contention, during month of June.
Tom Poquette, Lyman Bostock and Jamie Quirk are all playing well as rookies. Randy Jones (SD) out 4 months Kent Tekulve (PITT) out 4 months Oscar Gamble (CHC) out 6 weeks Bruce Bochte (NYN) and Tom Seaver (NYN) each out 6 weeks http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1341979642 |
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8/1/75 update
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Willie Stargell (PITT) hit HR #300
In a couple of surprising trade deadline deals: Minnesota dealt Chris Chambliss to Atlanta for SP George Stone and the Dodgers dealt Ron Cey to Milwaukee for Jim Slaton. I find it interesting how Chambliss, who has put up good numbers, is now on his 4th team in 3 seasons. At least he is on a team that he actually did play for in real life. Which I cannot say about Ron Cey, this move will probably play out much like Bando in Milwaukee, it does make a pretty strong left side along with Yount. However, when Molitor comes around things could get interesting. The Royals were quiet at the trade deadline, they attempted on several occasions to move pitchers, Al Fitzmorris and Carl Morton. Both of which have decent upsides but no room in our current rotation. A rotation that is plugging along quite nicely, the Royals have won 7 in a row and 9 of their last 11. Many of those games have been of the CG variety. They have welcomed back Amos Otis and Tom Poquette from the DL and the offense seems to be clicking on all cylinders. Now for a look at the best of the month that was: http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1342269438 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1342269438 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1342269438 |
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Drago and Bird strong out of the pen.
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Royals actually pushed their winning streak out to 14 before splitting their last 6 games. They have pushed their lead out to 4.5 over the Angels
Bird has been very solid and Drago is definitely settling into the setup role. I was thinking of trying to move him since he was no longer a starter, but may hold onto him for awhile now. btw, will be heading to Chicago for a week, therefore, there will be a lull in updates Will be at Wrigley on Tuesday night as they host the fish |
9/1/75 update
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Boog Powell (Balt) hits HR #400
Dave Winfield (SD) has 33 game hit streak ended Mike Torrez has been awful of late, therefore, the Royals have inserted Carl Morton into his rotation slot. Morton has been very successful winning 3 straight starts. Also, Richie Hebner, went nuts in August with 12 hr's http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1342322044 |
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What a season by Rimp Lanier, a guy who I think had less than 10 real life at-bats.
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here is a quick look at the standings before I head off to the Windy City
Pirates have already clinched, good thing they have lost Richie Zisk for 2 weeks and Bruce Kison for 12 months http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1342360160 |
Cabell's .279 OBP.....yikes...
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Yeah not so good, his ab's will be reduced by Poquette and Bostock and Otis all being healthy, however, he is a pretty good bet on the basepaths. When he gets there. Should be interesting to see if the Royals can hang on, the A's will be tough as will the Angels. Need to capitalize on the big season from Poquette and Quirk has been a help at SS as has Alley
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Pennant race update
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The Royals and A's are set to hook up over the next 3 nights
Gura (14-15 3.54) v Blue (22-9 2.58) Busby (20-10 3.16) v Hunter (19-11 2.61) Morton (8-3 3.22) v Wood (21-14 3.58) The series should also allow the Royals to push their all-time high attendance to over 1.75 m. Bruce Kison (Pitt) and Don Gullett (CIN) have both been lost for 11-12 months with arm injuries. Willie Davis (Clev) picked up hit # 2000 http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...1&d=1343081038 |
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