Found July 21, 2008 on
Bugs & Cranks:
Just when the various beat-writer types had decided Rickie Weeks was one of the Brewers' biggest liabilities heading down the stretch, and?collectively pronounced that the Ray Durham acquisition proved their point, Rickie Weeks?made a return trip to St. Louis'?left-field upper deck "Big Mac" land, validated Ned Yost's patience (at least for now), and bought himself [...]
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Via Eli's MLB Rumors
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July 20, 2008
The Brewers and Giants are in serious discussions about a deal for Ray Durham. The Brewers, it appears, will not give up anyone of serious value on their 25 man roster, but nothing is written in stone. More on this as the deal is worked out.UPDATE: ESPN.com is reporting that the deal is done, with Brewers prospects Darren Ford and Steve Hammond heading to San Francisco
Via Unrestricted View
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July 20, 2008
The Milwaukee Brewers just made a move to up their offense (even while they're beating on TimLin 5-0) and traded for veteran second baseman Ray Durham. They gave up two Minor Leaguers, outfielder Darren Ford, and pitcher Steve Hammond.Gotta give it to the Brew Crew Management, they're giving it all they have for the one year shot at the prize. Seems weird to count out Rickie Weeks...
Via The Tribe Daily
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July 22, 2008
Former Angels reliever Brendan Donnelly made his debut with the Buffalo Bisons and pitched a scoreless inning. Plus Cleveland Indians prospects Beau Mills and Matt LaPorta knock in runs as their teams lose.
Via Another Cubs Blog
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July 22, 2008
Down 5-1 going to the 8th. So far in the 2nd half the Cubs have scored 1, 1, 9, 0, and 1 run. The last one, of course, depends on the last 2 innings of tonight's game. The Brewers are now 1 out as they beat the Cardinals. They have the easier schedule and 7 of 10 at home against the Cubs. The Cubs have gone from virtual locks to win this division to not being favored to...
Via Another Cubs Blog
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July 22, 2008
5 and 6 games leads over the Cardinals and Brewers less than 10 games ago has been reduced to 2 apiece as the Cubs continue to suck since the All-Star break. It's awfully easy to imagine the Cubs being tied for first with the Cardinals or Brewers after Wednesday's games. That's hard to imagine considering the kind of lead they had not that long ago. It's so Cubs-like.
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