After splitting two games against the Texas Rangers, the Kansas City Royals head into their third spring training game of the season this afternoon versus the San Diego Padres. The Royals enter with a record of 1-1, while the Padres are 0-1-1, having tied the Seattle Mariners yesterday.
The Royals lineup for this afternoon will be-
Jarrod Dyson CF
Mike Aviles 3B
Billy Butler 1B
Clint Robinson DH
Alex GordonLF
Mitch Maier RF
Brayan Pena C
Chris Getz 2B
Alcides Escobar SS
Luke Hochever P
We will be getting our first look at Robinson, last season's triple crown winner in the Texas League. Though he will be blocked from probably ever reaching Kansas City this season, he will be a key offensive player for Omaha and one of those guys who will always have to be ready for a call up if needed.
The Padres will counter with a lineup of-
Cameron Maybin CF
Jarrett Hoffpauir 2B
Chase Headley 3B
Brad Hawpe 1B
Nick Hundley C
Gregg Zaun DH
Chris Denorfia LF
Aaron Cunningham RF
Everrth Cabrera SS
Mat Latos P