David Cook Won't Royally Screw Kids

David CookRoyals fans can rest easy -- there won't be 25 crying kids in the crowd when David Cook comes to town.

Cook was approached by the Kansas City Royals to sing the national anthem at game on May 9. The problem is 25 elementary kids were already booked.

A spokesperson for the Royals told TMZ that Cook didn't feel comfortable bumping the kids -- so he'll sing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" during the 7th inning stretch instead, and throw out the first pitch.

Cook was invited to the game because if he survives another week of "Idol," he'll be making a trip home Blue Springs, MO. for a visit.

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31. Poster #9, I'm over 40 and David Cook is my favorite contestant. He only "screams" when it's appropriate for the song. I find his song choices and arrangements to show some forethought and nuance. I particularly thought his performance of "Music of the Night" transcended his genre and showed that he has some well-trained chops. I believe he can sing nearly anything. I never even LIKED MOTN thanks to Michael Crawford's syrupy voice, but David has made me rethink the song. I downloaded the studio cut from iTunes and it's exquisite. He can pretty much write his own ticket to superstardom at this point.

Posted at 5:02PM on May 4th 2008 by Cat

32. That was so sweet of him!! I honestly think that he'd do an amazing job singing the national anthem. But he'll sing it after he wins Idol. David Cook WILL win American Idol. He is the total package. Amazing voice, great personality, handsome. He will go very far in his career and I can't wait. Don't forget to vote for him tonight!!!!!

Posted at 9:06AM on May 6th 2008 by Ashley

33. I'm 48 yrs old and i love David Cook's singing. I hope he is the next American Idol

Posted at 2:09PM on May 8th 2008 by Barbara

34. David Cook is a genuinely kind hearted soul :) ...remarkably sweet what he did...

David Cook = mensch

Posted at 12:36PM on May 8th 2008 by Shereeda

35. Im a KC resident and KC is all buzzing about David Cook. I love the fact that he didnt mess over the kids for his own glory. Way to go, David!!! SEE YOU AT THE K!!!

Posted at 11:32AM on May 9th 2008 by Vicky R.

36. I am over 40...and I KNOW David Cook doesn't scream...he's an extremely talented individual who very much deserves to win the whole shebang!! Good luck, David C. Tulsa loves you!

Posted at 10:24AM on May 11th 2008 by Moi

37. i bet he will bring his blonde bimbo gf with him lol....

Posted at 2:11AM on Jun 24th 2008 by kiero

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