BRAD AUSMUS RUMORS & GOSSIP

Brad Ausmus’ NPR interview on workouts, calling pitches and enforcing the code

Former Astros catcher Brad Ausmus engages in an insightful interview from his post as special assistant with the San Diego Padres.
Via Astros Blog  |  August 18, 2011

Brad Ausmus decides to call it a career for the Los Angeles Dodgers

40-year old righty swinging catcher Brad Ausmus has decided to retire. He played in 21 games for the Dodgers this year and he was 14 of 63 (.222 avg, .564 OPS) with 4 runs scored and 2 RBIs. Ausmus played in 57 games in two years with the Dodgers and he was 42 of 158 (.266 avg, .652 OPS) with 13 runs scored, 1 homer and 11 RBIs. He played in 1,971 games in his 18 years in the...
Via Dodgers Locker  |  October 05, 2010

Brad Ausmus to reture after the season after 17 year career

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Brad Ausmus said that he will retire after the season, according to Tony Jackson of ESPNLosAngeles.com. The three-time Gold Glove award winner will retire after a 17-year career with the San Diego Padres, Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros and Dodgers. “This year is it,” Ausmus said. Ausmus had only played one game prior to his 12-inning appearance...
Via PRO Rumors  |  July 25, 2010

Brad Ausmus’ Birthday Present: Back Surgery

Tonight’s pre-game conversation with Joe Torre was dominated by the news that backup catcher Brad Ausmus (who is celebrating his 41st birthday today) will need back surgery tomorrow morning in Los Angeles to heal a herniated disc in his back. “It’s tough. He had a little piece of the disc break off,” said Joe Torre.  Stan Conte added that Ausmus will need three months...
Via dodgerfan.net  |  April 14, 2010

Ausmus opts for surgery, is this the end?

Brad Ausmus has opted to undergo surgery on his lower back and while he could be able to return late this summer part of my has to wonder if this is indeed the end of the road for the 41-year-old catcher. Ausmus spent last season backing up Russell  Martin in LA. He was expected to occupy a similar role this year but pain in his lower back may prevent him. Ausmus won three gold...
Via Tireball.com  |  April 14, 2010

Ausmus To The DL, Ellis Recalled

Brad Ausmus, who turns 41-years-old next week, has been placed on the DL for the first time in his 17-year career, reports Ken Gurnick. The move is retroactive to Friday.Ausmus has a pinched nerve in his lower back, as well as a history of back problems.A.J. Ellis has been called up from AAA to sit behind Russell Martin and get into a game once in a blue moon.
Via Plaschke, Thy Sweater Is Argyle  |  April 10, 2010

Vin Scully, on His Managerial Career

Ron Fairly congratulates Sandy Koufax after Koufax's perfect game in 1965. Joe Torre named Brad Ausmus the manager for yesterday's game, which inspired Vin Scully to recall another wonderful story: If you don't mind me reminiscing, thinking about Brad Ausmus being the manager. I actually managed the Dodgers during a game. The pitch is off the plate. Walter Alston...
Via Sons of Steve Garvey  |  October 05, 2009

Dodgers Sign Brad Ausmus To A One-Year Deal

Diamond Leung reports that there are 350,000 in incentives."The Dodgers have reached agreement with catcher Brad Ausmus on a one-year, $1 million contract, according to his agent. The deal, which will become official upon completion of a physical, includes up to $350,000 in incentives based on ...
Via Memories Of Kevin Malone  |  January 22, 2009

Where Will Ausmus Go?

Long time Astros catcher Brad Ausmus told reporters he will not be back next season, but said he isn't retired. Ausmus, who is hitting .230 with 1 HR in 65 games this season, lives in the San Diego area. However, the Padres have several catchers and do not need an aging catcher who no longer is an offensive threat or a solid defenseman. The Dodgers and Angels are also possiblities...
Via Eli's MLB Rumors  |  August 22, 2008

Brad Ausomeness

I challenge all yardbarkers and sports blogosphere officianados to find a better Brad Ausmus gaining 2nd Base eligibility in fantasy leagues movie montage anywhere! Gross. Who greenlights these things?
Via Tirico Suave  |  May 07, 2008
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