Come together

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As September looms, things seem to be coming together for our Texas Rangers.

That offense -- so full of promise, a vast conglomeration of power and speed -- beat the brains out of the Oakland Athletics last night to the tune of 15 hits (including four doubles) and seven runs for a nice 7-3 win for their fifth win in six games.

Plus, Tommy Hunter put together his second straight remarkable start going 7.2 innings and allowing just three runs.

These are good Ranger times.

Despite the really nice play from just about everyone on the roster, fans tend to have other things in mind. Ideas and strategies that GM Jon Daniels and manager Ron Washington just don't realize because, clearly, they're not as smart as you and I.

Here are some of those idea. And analysis as to just how stupid Dallas-Fort Worth sports fans are:

Andres Blanco Should Play Every Day
No doubt, Blanco's been a pleasant surprise this season. That's three straight utilityman finds for Daniels: Ramon Vasquez, Omar Vizquel and, now, Blanco. With Ian Kinsler out, Blanco's stepped up. He's got eight hits and four doubles in his last five games. And he plays an OK second base.

But the very idea that Blanco should be playing every is beyond ridiculous. Again, he's an OK fielder. Not nearly the range or acumen of Kinsler at second base. And the idea of moving Kinsler to first base is even worse. Why put one of your best defenders at first base? Also, if you want an example of catching lightning in a bottle, it's Blanco. A fine back-up, not a starter.

Frank Francisco Should Be Sent To The Minors
Seriously. Someone said this. I do admit that Francisco hasn't been overly fantastic. Compared to some of the other relievers, Francisco could probably be deemed the weakest of the links. On the other hand, during about three different stretches this season, Francisco may have been the best reliever. Francisco is an important part of this team. His health and ability through the end of this season is vital.

Tanner Scheppers Needs To Be Brought Up, Placed On Post-Season Roster
Yes, the kid that hasn't thrown a Major League pitcher should be shutting down seventh innings in October. Yeah. That's going to happen. Forget that Scheppers had a innings ceiling to begin the season and a history of injury threat. Forget his 4.43 ERA in Oklahoma City and his 30 walks in 63 innings. He seems ready. Sure.

Neftali Feliz Is The Biggest Surprise Of The Season
Seriously? Between Colby Lewis, Rich Harden, C.J. Wilson, Josh Hamilton, Vladimir Guerrero, Darren O'Day, Darren Oliver and Tommy Hunter, and Feliz is your surprise of the season. Jackwagon.

Somehow, Josh Hamilton Is Not The American League MVP
Should Hamilton not get his league's highest honor, I might begin questioning my faith in God.