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TORONTO – Marcus Stromans first career major league start began as the story of the day but once the Blue Jays were done waxing the Kansas City Royals, 12-2, in another record-setting fashion, he was happy to offer the proverbial tip of the cap to his offence. "The lineup is like playing a video game with a cheat team," he said. "Everyones like 100-level." By the time the first inning was over the Blue Jays led 7-0 on the strength of five hits, three walks and two hit batsman off Royals right-hander Aaron Brooks, wholl have far fewer fond memories of his first big league start than his mound opponent. Toronto set a franchise record; never before had the first eight hitters of a game reaching base safely. The cushion gave Stroman an opportunity to relax and he went to work with a dazzling curveball, striking out six Royals over six innings. The likes of Alcides Escobar, Eric Hosmer and Billy Butler succumbed as the pitch darted down and toward the left-handers batters box. "It was sharp today," said Stroman. "Me and (Dioner Navarro) got on a pretty good roll and whatever he was calling I was throwing and it just kept trickling in. I felt like we were pounding the zone pretty well." "You could even see the reaction of the hitters after they were swinging at it," said Navarro. "Hopefully he builds up from this start and keeps going strong and help us out throughout the whole season." Stromans final line: Six innings, one earned run, five hits, zero walks and six strikeouts. Manager John Gibbons offered a quick quip when asked if the 23-year-old had earned another start. "I think itd be crazy not to," said Gibbons. "I told you Im dumb, not stupid." Stroman started in place of Drew Hutchison, whose next start was pushed back to Tuesday for the series opener in Detroit. While nothing is ailing Hutchison, he has thrown 65 innings in 11 starts already this season. Pro-rate that over an expected 33 or 34 starts and Hutchison would be at, or close to, the 200-inning mark. Coming off a year-long rehabilitation of Tommy John elbow surgery and with limited minor league innings under his belt last year, the Blue Jays will take hand-picked opportunities to give Hutchison extended breathers. While the plan runs contrary to Hutchisons ultra-competitive nature, the 23-year-old is okay with the idea. "It was already kind of mentioned to me a little bit," said Hutchison. "I knew at some point this was probably going to happen. Of course I want to take the ball every five days, its something you take pride in doing but this is something I think will enable me to pitch all year and be beneficial." Hutchison threw a bullpen session on Sunday morning. "To keep it like it would be on my normal, five-day routine," said Hutchison. "Just to try to keep it the same so Ill be crisp leading up to (Tuesdays start)". RED HOT MAY The Blue Jays wrapped up a 21-9 May to improve their overall record to 33-24. The strong month comes on the heels of an 0-1 March and a 12-14 April. While pleased, manager John Gibbons delved into the personal history file to throw a bit of cold water on the excitement. "I think in 08 in May we won 20 games, we had the best record in baseball and I got fired three weeks later," said Gibbons. "I always enjoy a good month but it means absolutely nothing in June." Gibbons is right. Toronto went 20-10 in May, 2008 and had a record of 31-27 as a result. He was axed on June 20 with the club on a five-game losing streak and with a 4-12 record to that point in the month. As another point of reference: Toronto dropped a 4-3, 17-inning game in San Diego last May 31, which dropped the Blue Jays record to 23-32. .com) - Carmelo Anthony tallied 31 points to help the New York Knicks continue their improved play of late with a 100-92 victory over a short-handed Oklahoma City Thunder squad. . At this point, even he isnt sure when it is going to stop. The right-hander dropped his fourth straight decision in Los Angeles 6-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, leaving his status very much in doubt as the Dodgers prepare for the stretch drive. http://www.usasoccerauthority.com/. Despite Barcelona showing the same vulnerability in defence, Messis best performance since returning from a lengthy injury layoff ensured that his side bounced back from a defeat by Valencia in the previous round. . Jamies number grades given are out of five, with five being the best mark. Jonathan Quick, Los Angeles Kings (3) - Early goal against was on the power play. . Kevin Durant certainly played like there was on Sunday night, scoring 36 points and grabbing 10 rebounds as the Thunder made quick work of the visiting Pacers with a 118-94 win.Juventus beat Palermo 2-0 Sunday to move three points clear at the top of Serie A and bring a disappointing week to a close.Gonzalo Higuain scored a hat trick as Napoli came from behind to defeat Hellas Verona 6-2, while Inter Milan won 1-0 at 10-man Cesena to alleviate some of the pressure on their respective managers.AC Milan drew 1-1 at home to Fiorentina in the evening match.Fernando Llorente scored his first goal of the season after Arturo Vidal had given Juventus the lead.Its a special day for me because its my first goal of the season and I couldnt wait to get it, Llorente said. Itll definitely help me a lot from now on to keep helping the team.Its not easy scoring from corners because the defenders are jostling you. I couldnt wait for a delivery like that to come my way to score and get off the mark.Juventus moved three points clear of Roma, which drew at Sampdoria on Saturday. Defending champion Juventus had seen its advantage cut after dropping its first points of the season against Sassuolo.Massimiliano Allegris team endured further disappointment when it fell to a second successive Champions League defeat at Olympiakos.Elsewhere, Genoa came back against 10-man Chievo Verona to ruin coach Rolando Marans debut, Udinese beat Atalanta 2-0, and Lazio deafeated Torino 2-1.Juventus dominated but failed to create any real opportunities until shortly after the half hour when Carlos Tevez surged forward on the counter to set up Vidal for an angled drive into the bottom corner.Llorente headed in Andrea Pirlos corner in the 64th minute to all but seal the match.Substitute Sebastian Giovinco saw a strike from outside the area crash off the post in the final minute.Napoli coach Rafa Benitez was feeling the pressure, and days earlier the team bus had been attacked by disgruntled fans following a 2-0 defeat to Young Boys in the Europa League.Matters went from bad to worse when Emil Hallfredsson gave Verona the lead after just 26 seconds, dedicating the goal to his father who died earlier this month.However, Marek Hamsik scored his first league goals of the season either side of halfttime to put Napoli in front.dddddddddddd Nico Lopez levelled for Verona but Higuain also got off the mark to restore the home sides advantage and completed his hat trick with a stoppage-time penalty after Hallfredsson fouled Dries Mertens.The Argentine thought he had completed his treble earlier on but had a goal wrongly ruled out for offside.Jose Callejon, who also hit the post late on, netted Napolis fourth goal.This victory has given an important sign, Napoli coach Rafa Benitez said. I liked almost everything tonight, I say almost because we can and will improve more.(Hamsik and Higuain) are two champions. Marek has shown that he can score and play well in any role. Gonzalo could have even scored four goals tonight. I have always had confidence in these guys and in this group. We can achieve important results this year too.In Cesena, Mauro Icardis penalty was enough to hand Inter a narrow victory — its second in seven matches in all competition.Cesena goalkeeper Nicola Leali was sent off on the half hour mark after giving away the spot kick by bringing down Rodrigo Palacio.Nigel de Jong headed Milan in front in the 26th minute but substitute Josip Ilicic levelled shortly after the hour mark, going on a mazy run before drilling into the bottom left corner from just outside the area.Chievo replaced Eugenio Corini with former club captain Maran on Sunday but was unable to avoid a sixth loss in eight matches.Ervan Zukanovic volleyed in Valter Birsas free kick to give Chievo a deserved lead nine minutes from halftime but Alessandro Matri nodded in the equalizer from close range in the 72nd minute.Moments later Ivan Radovanovic was sent off for a poor tackle on Andrea Bertolacci but Mauricio Pinilla saw his penalty saved by Francesco Bardi.Pinilla atoned for his error by heading in the winner six minutes from time.Udinese moved level with Sampdoria in third place after a magnificent curler from Antonio Di Natale early on and a Cyril Thereau strike.World Cup winner Miroslav Klose also scored his first league goal since March to secure Lazios fourth successive victory. 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