The inconsistency which has defined Nelson's first full season in the Majors has begun to grate. "It is just unacceptable," Nelson said. "I just have to be more consistent. I have to be better."
Guthrie would have earned the win in his last start had the Royals' bullpen not allowed two runs against the Rangers. Since his 11-run Yankees outing, Guthrie has looked on track, giving up just three runs and five hits in his past two starts.