The only time I saw Zack Greinke pitch this year was at the All Star Game and on SportsCenter highlights (which I think is insane and hope will be fixed next year by having MLB Network pick up some more games). Greinke has a great story and, based on interviews I've read/seen, is incredibly humble and down to earth. It's nice to see someone like him win this award - not only did he deserve it, he was the one thing worth watching on the Kansas City Royals this year. A win/loss record shouldn't be everything in Cy Young voting, and this year the writers got it right.
Also, I know that the comments on espn.com are not representative or indicative of everyone in sports. But seriously - do people really think Zack Greinke will be going to the Yankees? This is a kid with a social anxiety disorder. New York would be the worst place for him to play. I would even argue that he needs to be on a team like the Royals in order to experience the level of success and dominance he had in 2009. Greinke is someone who is never going to be comfortable with attention and the spotlight. Leave him where he is, give the team a chance, and give KC fans someone they can look forward to watching.
Last thought - Mike Pelfrey needs to give this guy a call. Greinke says that he credits a new mental approach on the mound to his success this past year, and if there was ever someone who needed a new mental approach.. well, it's Mike Pelfrey.
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