DISQUS

Prof. Rick Duncan · 2 years ago

Question for Dayton Moore--I have tickets for Thursday, April 5 day game, which looks like Dice-K's first MLB start. What kind of crowd are you expecting for that game? Are you seeing lots of Japanese tourists purchasing tickets?

Ian · 2 years ago

Question for anyone from the Sox- The Sox haven't drafted an African-American in the top 5 rounds since 1999. While it isn't my intentions to say this is intentional, have the Sox looked to ramp up their presence in the urban and southern areas where some great African-American talent can still be found?

Allen · 2 years ago

For Dayton Moore.


Any hesitation in taking this job, with you probably having the foresight on the current rumors that Cox and Schuerholz may step down together in a couple years? Had it been available, would moving to the top spot in the Braves' organization have been your preference?



How is Greinke mentally? I understand he's been pitching well, but I'm pretty sure his skills have never been the question.



ETA on Luke Hochevar? A rotation of him, Greinke (to his full ability), and ex-Mariners ace Gil Meche could be a force to be reckoned with. Okay, maybe just Greinke and Hochevar.



How short a leash does Angel Berroa have? If he hits poorly, would it not make sense to boot him for someone who hits poorly but plays good defense at SS? (i.e. If he can't hit, sure, it's a lot of money to swallow, but you'd be paying for nothing either way)



George W. Bush. Great president, or the greatest president?



Any below-the-radar Royals prospects we should be looking out for in the next year or so? (specifically, related to the Berroa question, any middle infield prospects)



Where would you like to see more depth in the organization (i.e. any positions to focus on in the draft)?



You don't really want Ryan Shealy do you? ;-)



Simply some general comments, if you'd pass them along:



Kudos on taking a tough job. It's a situation where you're probably being asked the same single question a lot ($55M), with less people than should focusing on the young talent on that team. From your comments in the last several months, the people in KC should feel lucky to have you, and hopefully Butler and Gordon can be phased in and start making some serious offensive noise.

Michael · 2 years ago

Dayton,


1. A very simple but broad question. What's a typical day for a Major League GM?



2. I once read a quote from an annonymous GM, who said the "moneyball teams" can be frustrating to deal with... because they are always trying to make 3 or 4 way trades that end up a huge waste of time when they fall apart. Any truth to that?



3. Danny Ainge (GM of the Boston Celtics) recently said that he knows that some NBA GM's purposely do not tell their owners about some of the big trade opportunities they receive (because they feel they're safer if they don't do anything). Do you think this happens in MLB?



4. You grew up in Kansas as a Royals fan. Did you ever picture yourself as the Royals GM one day?



5. While working your way up the ranks, you were once Director of International Scouting for the Braves. What was that like? How hard is it to scout, evaluate, and sign kids that are so young?





Off Topic

5. You graduated from George Mason University. Did you enjoy last year's run to the Final Four?

Anonymous · 2 years ago

What do you feel is the most significant change implemented by yourself as a new GM in KC?

Anonymous · 2 years ago

For Mr. Moore....


Coming from the Braves organization, you obviously value the minor league system. With KC being a small market team, this becomes even more important. Tell us some more about Alex Gordon. I have heard George Brett comparisons, but is that just because of the uniform he will be wearing? Also, Mark Teahan may be an upcoming unknown star. How is his transition from 3rd to the OF going and how is his bounceback from injury?



Thanks!

Mike in NC

Grebeck Gubanich · 2 years ago

A couple questions for Dayton Moore:


1) Why did you pursue the Royals job after removing yourself from consideration as Red Sox GM? What were the drawbacks of the Boston job at the time?



2) The Braves / Leo Mazzone program emphasizes throwing as much as possible. What changes, if any, have you implemented to pitchers' throwing programs since arriving in Kansas City?

mannyfan76 · 2 years ago

For Mr. Moore


- Any regrets on letting Kyle Snyder go? Do you believe he needed a change of scenery in order to have the minor renaissance he is having?



- It is my understanding that one member (or more) of the Red Sox scouting department previously worked with the Royals -- under what circumstances did he leave? Is there a story there? Any bad blood regarding the matter?



- Doesn't Bill James live in KC? Interested in recruiting him away from the Sox?

Anonymous · 2 years ago

For Mr. Moore


I loved you in the Lone Ranger.

btp · 2 years ago

Rob-
if Papelbon goes back to the bullpen, who takes his turn in the rotation?

btp