Jordan Walden was blasted for four runs on five hits over just 1/3 of an inning Tuesday against the Royals. The flamethrowing right-hander allowed just one extra-base hit -- a double -- but the Royals killed him softly with singles. Walden has now been knocked around in two of his last three outings and holds a 12.46 spring ERA. He's in no danger of not opening the year as the closer, though.