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KC's Greinke won't commit long-term

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Zack Greinke sounds like he intends to take a wait-and-see approach before committing to a long-term future with the Royals. "I'm comfortable with my pitching ability," he said, "to (the point) where I feel like I'm going to pitch (well) for a while. I don't need to get a long-term deal because I feel I'll be able to pitch (well) and earn a long-term deal when I become a free agent." Club officials previously indicated a desire to work out a long-term contract for Greinke, who isn't eligible for free agency until after the 2010 season. The club's preference is to buy out at least one year of free-agent eligibility. Greinke indicated his decision might hinge on the Royals' on-field success.

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November 12, 2008  07:26 AM ET
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"Greinke indicated his decision might hinge on the Royals' on-field success."

If it comes to that, there's a good chance Greinke will be wearing another uniform in 2011...

November 12, 2008  08:42 AM ET
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I hope he decides to commit long term to KC.

November 12, 2008  08:49 AM ET
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Originally posted 07:26 AM ET  11.12 by 1chillyMNfan

"Greinke indicated his decision might hinge on the Royals' on-field success."If it comes to that, there's a good chance Greinke will be wearing another uniform in 2011...

Agreed.

November 12, 2008  04:58 PM ET
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There's no way he's a Royal if he expects results.

November 12, 2008  05:49 PM ET
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Can you blame the kid? He is tired of losing! Plus, he can get a lot more $$$ and hot chicks if he leaves KC.

November 12, 2008  06:41 PM ET
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The Royals are no Tampa Bay, they are going to suck for a long while. I like it when players stick it out with teams and then have success (ex. Helton w/ the Rockies or Kazmir with the Rays) but I just don't see that happening here. I'd split too.

November 12, 2008  10:28 PM ET
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The Royals are gonna be better soon, but only if this guy stays.

 
November 13, 2008  12:05 PM ET
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The same guy who predicted the tampa bay rays to win the east 2 years ago said in 2010 the royals will win the central and go to the playoffs. Dont forget the central is not very good at all. And the white sox who won it are extremely old

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