Rangers
- 2B Ian Kinsler
- SS Elvis Andrus
- 1B Michael Young
- 3B Adrian Beltre
- LF Nelson Cruz
- DH Mike Napoli
- CF David Murphy
- C Yorvit Torrealba
- RF Mitch Moreland
Royals
- 2B Chris Getz
- CF Melky Cabrera
- LF Alex Goordon
- DH Billy Butler
- RF Jeff Francoeur
- 3B Wilson Betemit
- 1B Kil Ka'aihue
- C Brayan Pena
- SS Alcides Escobar
I'm not sure about Mitch Moreland batting ninth. Not that it makes a big difference (it might even be a plus), it just seems weird and surprising.
Once again, another really bad defensive outfield. For a flyball pitcher in Derek Holland. Just close your eyes with the Royals swing.
Jeff Francoeur faces Texas for the first time since being a part of their World Series run, Matt Treanor has to wait until tomorrow.