Year of the Mullet

Used to be that Sluggerrr had the only raging mullet in Kauffman Stadium's home dugout. But there's a new man in town with business in the front and party in the back. Manager Trey Hillman brings his bilevel to Kansas City, along with a whole lot of optimism for the youngsters who dominate his lineup. Names like Gordon, Butler and Greinke aren't new to any long-suffering Royals fan, but this year they're actually playing like they deserve our optimism. Tonight at 7:10, the Royals begin a three-game home stand against the Los Angeles Angels. And if hair length has anything to do with it, the Royals should have no problem with short-cropped Angels mana­ger Mike Scioscia. To purchase the $9-$36 tickets, call 800-676-9257. Royals
May 5-7, 2008