ALAN EMBREE NEWS
Rockies left-handed reliever Alan Embree carted off field after being hit with a line drive
July 10, 2009 by
Star Tribune
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Monday Rockpile: Projecting pitchers, Bill James-style
October 26, 2009 by
Purple Row
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by Nam Y. Huh - AP
Will Ubaldo Jimenez win more than 13 games in 2010? No, according to Bill James' projections.
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Not much news on the Rockies out there. If...
Embree leaves in seventh after nasty line drive to shin
July 10, 2009 by
All Things Rockies
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DENVER — It is a pitcher’s worst fear, a ball coming back to fast to dodge. Alan Embree, who has been in the big leagues for 17 seasons, was struck by a line drive in his right shin in Friday’s seventh inning at Coors Field. Atlanta’s Martin Prado hit the shot...
Baseball notebook: Colorado reliever's broken leg repaired
July 11, 2009 by
Seattle Times
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Alan Embree's manager said the Rockies reliever could pitch again this season after having surgery on his broken tibia.
Thursday Rockpile: September schedule continues to pay dividends for Rockies
September 10, 2009 by
Purple Row
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by David Zalubowski - AP
1 day ago:
Colorado Rockies catcher Yorvit Torrealba, left, celebrates with relief pitcher Franklin Morales after he retired Cincinnati Reds' Craig Tatum for the final out in the ninth inning of the Rockies...
The State of the Colorado Rockies (Pre-Free Agency)
October 29, 2009 by
Purple Row
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While Major League Baseball has yet to crown a champion, the Rockies' season is (unfortunately) over and it is time to look forward towards the swiftly oncoming offseason. The Rockies have quite a to-do list this year.
The clock for Colorado and the rest...
Tuesday Pebble Report: Got relief help? Some arms to think about for this year and beyond
June 30, 2009 by
Purple Row
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So you've watched the team. You've read this morning's Rockpile. You know that what the Rockies lack right now is quality bullpen arms. For today's Pebble Report we're going to look at all the pitchers in the context of how they could help the Rockies pen. I...
Rockies dealt painful loss
July 11, 2009 by
Denver Post
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The Rockies' feel-good story turned painful in the seventh inning when reliever Alan Embree was struck flush with a line drive, shattering his right tibia and ending his season.
Fantasy Bullpen Breakdowns - AL West Closers, Setup Men & Sleeper Middle Relievers
March 16, 2008 by
Fantasy Sports Experience
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In the third installment of our Bullpen Breakdowns series, we take a look at the AL West teams focusing on who will be filling the roles of closer and setup man come opening day as well as sleeper middle relievers to keep an eye on.
List of Free Agent Relievers, Not Exactly Exciting
December 01, 2006 by
beerleaguer.typepad.com
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As the Beerleaguer puts it, "When it comes to free agent relievers, there's an unusually high level of rubbish this winter." This list comes on the heels of the Phillies walking away from a Joe Borowski signing after he and his bum shoulder failed to impress doctors during...
How Life Got Significantly Better Just Five Years Ago Today
October 20, 2009 by
Surviving Grady
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Game Seven of the 2004 ALCS was one of the most emotional events of my life.Even though it was over by the second inning. Even though we were fated to be handpicked by the Gods and dipped in awesome that fateful season, it was inning after inning of hold your breath, drink your beer...
Where They Stand: Oakland Athletics
January 05, 2009 by
Sharapova's Thigh
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A look at where the A's stand, as you'd guess. Also... their 2008
outcome, what they've done, what they've lost, needs, the talk, a free
agent signing/trade prediction, a young player to make an impact in
2009, 2009 outlook as of now, and the hottest women that'...
The Market for BJ Ryan
July 09, 2009 by
Jorge Says No
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The Blue Jays released BJ Ryan yesterday even though he is under contract with the Blue Jays through 2010 for $10 million bucks. That's how bad Ryan has been this season. The Blue Jays did not believe that Ryan could be an effective closer anymore and felt that they would be better...
Wednesday Rockpile: Lack of National (Ball) Security Helps Rockies
July 08, 2009 by
Purple Row
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by David Zalubowski - AP
On second thought Joe, maybe you should have stayed in Los Angeles...
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Oh, the places you'll go! There is fun to be done!There are...
Hot Stove News & Notes
December 10, 2008 by
Dom D's Mets Fan Blog
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The Baltimore Orioles traded veteran catcher, Ramon Hernandez and cash to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for utility infielder Ryan Freel and two prospects. The Colorado Rockies signed veteran reliever Alan Embree to a one year deal reportedly worth $2.5 million. On ESPN, this morning...
Embree to throw, Fowler runs, lineups listed
September 03, 2009 by
All Things Rockies
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DENVER — First the good news for Rockies’ fans. Dexter Fowler ran sprints today and hit for the third time in the cage.
“I feel awesome,” said Fowler, who is clearly making steady progress with his injured right knee.
Also, reliever Alan Embree, who suffered...
2010 Options: Colorado Rockies
June 04, 2009 by
MLB Rumors
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Let's scope out the options facing the Colorado Rockies this coming offseason.
Yorvit Torrealba - $4MM mutual option with a $0.5MM buyout. Torrealba's taken a backseat to Chris Iannetta in playing time, turning in a .649 OPS in 61 at-bats this season. He's faced some...
Rockies Lose A Veteran Pitcher And Clubhouse Leader
July 11, 2009 by
Bleacher Report
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The Colorado Rockies lost more than a game on Friday night in Denver; they also lost one of their veteran clubhouse leaders.
The only thing louder than the thunder echoing throughout the ballpark was the deafening thud of the baseball hitting Alan Embree’s leg in the seventh...
Sunday Rockpile: Rules for playoff contention, 65 games out version
July 26, 2009 by
Purple Row
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by David Zalubowski - AP
Jorge De La Rosa and Rockies pitchers rule.
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I know we like to complain about pitcher wins, saves, batting average and other misleading...
Thanksgiving Weekend Headlines
November 29, 2008 by
Eli's MLB Rumors
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The offseason has been very quiet so far, but here are a few stories that have made the news over the holiday break:Free agent Junichi Tazawa is closing in on a deal with the Boston Red Sox, according to FOXSports.com. Tazawa contacted the teams who made him offers and rejected them...
Oakland Athletics off Season Report
December 11, 2008 by
Baseball Reflections
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Season Wrap Up
It seems that general manager Billy Beane has no problem finding pitching for his team and even when he trades away his best pitchers, he always has some waiting in the wings. The problem for Beane is finding proven hitting that can produce on a daily basis without...
The Fantasy Baseball Weekly Roundup
March 27, 2008 by
FantasyFanatics.com
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The Boston Red Sox took on the Oakland Athletics for a two-game series in Japan. The much anticipated first game took place on Tuesday, March 25th. All of Japan was excited to see former Japanese phenom Daisuke "Dice-K" Matsuzaka take the hill against Oakland "ace"...
This Week in Yankees History (1/18-1/24)
January 18, 2009 by
Sliding Into Home
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January 18th - January 24th January 18th 1903 - Former Yankees INF Clifford ?Nolan? Richardson (1935) was born. Nolan appeared in 12 games for the Yankees, hitting .217 in 1935. 1954 - Former Yankees minor league P Scott McGregor (1975-76) was born. Scott was drafted by the Yankees in the 1st ...
Day 3- Winter Meetings
December 10, 2008 by
Eli's MLB Rumors
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Here are some updates from when we were sleeping:According to the Hot Stove Blog, the Diamondbacks and Reds are the two finalists for free agent lefty Arthur Rhodes.The East Valley Tribune is reporting that the Astros and Angels have joined the Giants, A's, Cubs, and Dodgers in...
Rockies Review: Midterm exams
July 05, 2009 by
Purple Row
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At the mathematical midpoint of the 2009 schedule, we've had some good times, we've had some bad times, and we've had some times ugly enough to make Carrot Top cry. The highs and lows have been well-chronicled, as this season often feels like riding the Mind Eraser...
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