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Former Athletic Lenny DiNardo tosses no-no
Unless you are a die-hard baseball fan, the name Lenny DiNardo won't mean much. DiNardo played parts of six years in the bigs with his best season coming in 2007 for the Oakland Athletics. He appeared in 35 games, made 20 starts and went 8-11 wiht a 4.11 ERA in 131 innings. Never was he the most imposing pitcher or intimidating, DiNardo relied on keeping batters off-balance...
Just How Good Can Josh Donaldson Get for the A’s This Season?
With the exception of perhaps Jed Lowrie, Josh Donaldson has been the A’s most consistent all-around player thus far in 2013.
His defense has been particularly strong, as he’s made more than a handful of absolutely stellar plays at the hot corner. Whether charging through the bullpen to make running catches on foul pop-ups with no regard for his well-being or stabbing vicious...
Athletics' Josh Reddick at least a week from return
Oakland Athletics outfielder Josh Reddick was eligible to come off the disabled list yesterday. As expected, the day passed without an activation, as Jane Lee of MLB.com reports that the outfielder is expected to require at least another week of rehab before rejoining the team.
Reddick remains on track to rejoin the A's in Houston tomorrow to take part in batting practice...
Athletics' Jed Lowrie out with bruised foot
The Oakland Athletics held shortstop Jed Lowrie out of last night's starting lineup for their contest against the Texas Rangers due to a bruised right foot, according to Jane Lee of MLB.com. The foot contusion isn't viewed as severe, as A's manager Bob Melvin didn't rule out using Lowrie in case of emergency.
"He won't be pinch-running today, let'...
Fantasy Baseball Strategy: To Stream or not to Stream?
A.J. Griffin has been a good streaming candidate throughout 2013.Photo courtesy of Keith Allison.
Since this site’s inception, we’ve written a lot about streaming. It’s one of the most heavily used, and also heavily debated on topics in fantasy baseball. So, we’re going to continue to write about it.
Actually, I devote a column to it every week — Dixon’s Picks.
So,...
Canseco accused of sexual assault
Las Vegas police are investigating a woman's allegations that former baseball player Jose Canseco Jr. sexually assaulted her.
Officer Bill Cassell said Wednesday that the 48-year-old Canseco was named as a suspect in the investigation.
Cassell says the investigation isn't complete, no charges have been filed and no arrest has been made.
The department spokesman wouldn...
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A's John Jaso still bothered by shin injury, returns to catcher
The Oakland Athletics would love to get John Jaso back into the everyday lineup, and it looks like that may finally happen. Up until yesterday it has not been possible to get Jaso behind the plate since his injury. Jaso suffered a shin injury a week ago, and he had yet to catch a game until last night. With one game back at catcher under his belt, the team hopes Jaso can stay...
Jose Canseco to play baseball again
When Jose Canseco is not on Twitter trolling Shaquille O’Neal, he is busy trying to get back into baseball. The former Major League star will act as a player/coach for the independent Fort Worth Cats for their first home series of the year. The series begins Thursday against Edinburg at LaGrave Field. Edinburg is managed by Canseco’s brother Ozzie.
“I am excited to come to...
Moonwalker: Manny Ramirez continues to be Manny Ramirez in Taiwan (video)
Not that it should come as a surprise to anyone, Manny Ramirez’s many peculiarities have not disappeared simply by him making the long trek to play professional baseball in Taiwan. In fact, Manny’s change of location has made his eccentricities that much more compelling, especially to his new fans in Asia, as evidenced by this [...]The post Moonwalker: Manny Ramirez continues...
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Manny 'moonwalks' after losing his balance
Manny Ramirez had another hilarious moment during a baseball game in Taiwan over the weekend when he threw himself so off-balance after taking a big swing on a foul ball that he ended up backpedaling to prevent himself from falling. By the time he finally regained his bearings, Ramirez had walked backwards at least 20 feet from home plate. A nightly news program in Taiwan found...
Michael Choice – Learn To “Bernie Lean”
Start believing the hype on Oakland A’s top prospect center fielder, Michael Choice. Currently batting .284, with 8 HRs, 34 RBIs, a .393 OBP, and a .872 OPS, he has the makings of being a really good Major League ballplayer. He hits for power, as he is second in the Pacific Coast League in HRs, and possesses a good batters eye, having an almost 1:1 K/BB ratio this season at...
Photo: Oakland Athletics affiliate gives away worst bobblehead ever
Sunday was Barry Zito bobblehead day for fans of the Sacramento River Cats.The first 2,500 fans through the gates at Raley Field received a complimentary replica of the San Francisco Giants southpaw, who spent part of 2000 pitching for the Triple-A squad as a member of the Oakland Athletics organization. Those fans who were lucky enough to get their hands on one of the miniature...
A's fan snags Coco Crisp line drive with glove (Video)
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An Oakland A's fan in the right field stands displayed impressive skills with the glove he brought to the O.co Coliseum when he snagged a foul liner by Coco Crisp in the sixth inning of Saturday's game against the Royals.
Someone get that fan a contract.
Video via MLB.
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Manny dresses up as the Incredible Hulk
Anyone else find it interesting that even though Manny Ramirez couldn't find work here in the States, anytime the beleaguered former big leaguer does anything...we pay attention? The 12-time Major League All-Star, and current Chinese Professional Baseball League home run leader (sure, he has only five, but still), dressed up as the Incredible Hulk during a recent road trip...
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