The Kansas City Royals face the Anaheim Angels in Game One fo the American League Division Series at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim on Thursday at 9:07 PM ET.
With the offense and pitching arsenals, the Angels are back in the postseason since 2009. Star Jered Weaver (18-9, 3.59 ERA) starts for the Angels. Weaver understands the significance of this game and he is prepared to meet the offense of the Royal.
The Angels have the star caliber batters like Mike Trout, Albert Pujols and Josh Hamilton. Trout may not have the experience but his ability to swing the bat with accuracy could impact the game. Also, Pujols playoff experience can add up to the advantage of the Angles. Moreover, Hamilton is back after missing 21 of the last 22 games. With a high-powered offense, the Angels are difficult to beat.
Everybody wants to have a team with a Cinderella story. As the MLB Playoff gets deeper, the Royals may be the Cinderella of the postseason if they continue to go on. After rallying from a 5-3 deficit, the Royals pulled off the improbable over the Athletics to win the Wild Card Game, 9-8.
Kansas City is in the postseason for the first time since 1985. The Royals start Jason Vargas (11-10, 3.71 ERA), who just played for Anaheim last season. Part of the Royals success this season would the pitching side. It would be a test for the Royals to deliver the necessary defense to contain the Angels.
Starting Pitchers:
Kansas City: Jason Vargas (11-10, 3.71 ERA)
Anaheim: Jered Weaver (18-9, 3.59 ERA)
Kansas City Royals vs Anaheim Angels is about experience against momentum. Royals vs Angels tv channel schedule is on CBS. Royals vs Angels highlights, scores and results will be posted here after the game.
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