The Phillies released Geoff Jenkins today, who, aside from his double in Game 5.2 of the World Series, was a complete bust.
This has already started rumors that the Phillies might look to replace him with recently released Gary Sheffield. Sheffield would provide a right handed bat off the bench, and could spot start against tough [...]
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Phillies Release Jenkins
The Phillies have parted ways with outfielder Geoff Jenkins, FOXSports.com is reporting. Jenkins, 31, hit .246 with 9 HR in 115 games last season, and is hitting .250 with 1 HR in 44 at-bats this spring. Releasing Jenkins clears up some space in the outfield for the Phillies, who will go with Matt Stairs as their reserve outfielder.This story was approved by MLB Rumors.
Tigers Release Sheffield
In a surprising move, the Tigers released designated hitter Gary Sheffield. Sheffield, who has 499 career homeruns, was hitting just .178 with 5 HR in 45 at-bats this spring. Injuries have really handicapped Sheffield's playing time in recent years, and the Tigers are looking for a more reliable presence in the lineup. Sheffield is a career .292 hitter and is looking to become the...
SHEFFIELD SHOCKER
The Tigers have parted ways with Gary Sheffield. From the Detroit News:
In a stunning move, because they will eat the $14 they owe him for 2009, the Tigers have released designated hitter Gary Sheffield.
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Sheffield in no rush to make decision on new team
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Detroit Tigers Release Gary Sheffield
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March 31, 2009
Gary Sheffield was expected to hit his 500th homerun with the Detroit Tigers this season. Turns out that won't be happening.The Tigers release Sheffield days before the Detroit Tigers were set to open the new season.ESPN's Tim Krukjian has more.
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March 31, 2009
The Reds and Sheffield
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April 01, 2009
The news came out today that the Reds officially have interest in Gary Sheffield. Really? Sheff was a great talent in his prime, but it seems to me like he's another Griffey right now. He has great career numbers, and still gets respect at the plate (499 career home runs) but he's been hampered by injuries the past couple seasons and hasn't been at his best. There'...
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April 01, 2009
No More Sheff In Detroit
Via The Sports Comedian
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March 31, 2009
Gary Sheffield was cut by the Detroit Tigers, desp...
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March 31, 2009
Phillies In Position For Sheffield, But Playing Time Is Factor
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April 02, 2009
Plenty of things coming in about Gary Sheffield, who clears waivers at 1 p.m. and could be locked up right after. (...)
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April 02, 2009
Geoff Jenkins released, Phillies pursuing Sheffield?
Via All Things Philly Sports
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March 31, 2009
In an effort to make room for Matt Stairs, or to possibly acquire another right handed bat, the Phillies have released outfielder Geoff Jenkins. Jenkins spent one year with the Phils and hit .246 with 9 homers. He was signed last offseason with the thought that he would be a solid platoon partner with Jayson Werth in right but he never really got his bat going. Jenkins will likely...
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March 31, 2009
Gary Sheffield: The Next Mr. 3000?
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Jenkins Released By Phils
He'll still get his ring, but he won't be a Phillie when the team has its ceremony at Citizens Bank Park. Todd Zolecki reports that Geoff Jenkins has been released by the Phillies, who are set to open their season this Sunday night.
After getting off to a poor overall start with the Phils, then getting significantly outplayed by his one-time platoon mate Jayson...
Tigers Release Gary Sheffield, Another Roster Surprise, This One Makes Sense
Via Larry Brown Sports
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April 01, 2009
The Tigers have been busy making moves lately — both of which have been shocking. First they placed pitcher Dontrelle Willis on the disabled list with an “anxiety disorder” that was discovered through a blood test. Right. Then on Tuesday they released Gary Sheffield, whom they owed $14 million, and who was [...]
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April 01, 2009
Park named fifth starter
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March 31, 2009
It’s been a busy day for the Phillies. Soon after announcing that they released outfielder Geoff Jenkins, the reigning World Series Champions announced that pitcher Chan Ho Park has been named as the team’s fifth starter.
GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said earlier that J.A. Happ, Park’s competition for the starting job, would compete with three other [...]
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March 31, 2009
BP Radio: Spring Training - Tigers
NEW It's an all Tigers edition of BP Radio as David Laurila catches up with Tigers' pitchers Jason Grilli and Kenny Rogers as well as slugger Gary Sheffield and John Lowe of the Detroit Free Press. Click here to read more or download the show.
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