Addition by Subtraction; The Sequel
After the Cubs disappointed in 2004, the offseason motto was addition by subtraction as the Cubs let Moises Alou and Matt Clement leave and desperately tried to move clubhouse cancer Sammy Sosa.
As we recall, the Cubs just got worse in 2005 and now baseball's worst organizational strategy is about to be revisited.
...Instead, the Cubs' biggest splash leading...
Via Cub Reporter
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December 02, 2009
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December 02, 2009
New pitch: Clement shifts from mound to the court
Former pitcher Matt Clement has always wanted to coach basketball at his alma mater
Via Post-Gazette
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June 27, 2009
How far has Matt Clement fallen?
2005 was Matt Clement’s year. He had a 10-2 record by the break and got elected to his first All-Star appearance.
It didn’t take very long for everything to fall apart. His next 4 starts were disastrous (22 ER in 23 IP.) The bad pitching stretch culminated with a game versus the [...]
Via Sox Addict
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June 23, 2009
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June 23, 2009
Matt Clement to coach alma mater's basketball team
Former major league pitcher Matt Clement was hired Monday to be the boys basketball coach at his alma mater, Butler (Pa.) High School, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported.
Via ESPN
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June 23, 2009
The ReclinerGM’s 2009 MLB Preview: Toronto Blue Jays
explanation of rankings and other team previews here
2008 Record: 86-76
Offseason Additions: Matt Clement
Offseason Subtractions: A.J. Burnett
Ranks (MLB):
Line-Up - 24th
Rotation - 21st
Bullpen - 4th
Defense - 3rd tier (out of 5)
Baserunning - 5th tier (out of 5)
KEY PLAYER: VERNON WELLS
The Blue Jays opened their wallets and signed...
Via The Recliner GM
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March 16, 2009
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March 16, 2009
Blue Jays Hot Stove: Can I Be Pessimistic Now?
Back when I lamented the Blue Jays signing of Matt Clement to an admittedly low risk contract, commentor Dave asked the questions, “Is the off-season over or something? Why so down?”
Well Dave, allow me to introduce the Blue Jays four latest acquisitions and then you tell me what I have to be happy about, m’kay?
Mike [...]
Via Bugs & Cranks
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December 31, 2008
Blue Jays Sign Clement
The Blue Jays and Matt Clement have agreed to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training, FOXSports.com is reporting. Clement has not pitched since 2006, but put up impressive numbers prior to going down, including five double-digit win seasons. He is a big risk, with high reward if he can stay healthy. This story was approved by MLB Rumors.
Via Eli's MLB Rumors
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December 14, 2008
Rehab Report: Mulder, Clement Struggle In Memphis
The Cardinals have definitely faced their fair share of adversity when it comes to their starting pitchers this season.? But considering all the injuries, the starting rotation has done remarkably well in my opinion.? Two guys that have yet to even be on the pitching staff this season are Mark Mulder and Matt Clement, both of whom are in minor league rehab assignments in an effort...
Via MVN
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June 20, 2008
Major League Beards
Pics of some of the better beards in MLB History. From Sutter to Spaceman to Piazza's wife.
Via Home Run Derby
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June 13, 2007
Is Theo Epstein an Idiot?
Red Sox blogger Fragile Freddy listed virtually every move Sox GM Theo Epstein has made over the last 24 months and broken them down into 'moves that worked,' 'moves that didn't work,' and 'moves that remain in doubt.' This is a great breakdown of all that's happened in Beantown over the last two years.
It's hard to pile on a guy that helped bring Boston a championship...
Via Fragile Freddy's
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October 04, 2006
THE BLUE JAYS HOT 25
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