You Can’t Measure Heart, or David Eckstein Bows Out
Hat Tip: The Orange County Register
In case you missed this news earlier in the week, David Eckstein in leaning toward retirement. He hasn’t officially declared yet, but considering Eckstein didn’t play at all last season (and he doesn’t seem to excited about the offers he has received), it seems likely that it’s only a matter of time.
Since this seems to...
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Eckstein to donate kidney soon
Coming from a family with a history of kidney disorders, the former World Series MVP knew he'd have to donate his kidney eventually and the diminutive shortstop is more than happy to do so.
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March 29, 2011
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March 29, 2011
David Eckstein Retires
Veteran Infielder David Eckstein has decided to call it a career according to Nick Carfado of the Boston Globe. The 2 time All Star and 2006 World Series MVP decided to retire even though multiple clubs were willing to give him a shot in spring training. During June of last year it was reported that he was choosing not to play and when asked if he would return to baseball, Eckstein...
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21 days ago
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21 days ago
David Eckstein Retires, Who Are Baseball’s New “Scrappiest” Players?
This offseason, scrappy-mc-scrapsters like Mark Ellis, Jamey Carroll and Clint Barmes have been signed to lucrative deals and one of the all-time greatest scrappers, Craig Counsell, has called it a career. Now, to cap it all off, one of the most scrapolicious players in baseball history, David Eckstein, has officially announced his retirement.
In honor of the offseason of scrap...
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21 days ago
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21 days ago
2006 St. Louis Cardinal World Series MVP David Eckstein Narrates David and Goliath
World Series MVP's from the St. Louis Cardinals continue having big hits in 2011. David Eckstein, 2006 St. Louis Cardinal World Series MVP, narrates the first interactive version of the David and Goliath story book app for kids in a recently released app based on the biblical classic. Eckstein, as many of my St. Louis baseball fans recall, played the role of "David" in...
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November 08, 2011
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November 08, 2011
Halo Headlines: Luis Ayala Considering an Offer From the Angels, Haren's Duel With Verlander the Best of the Year, David Eckstein (Sort of) Retires
The January 23rd, 2012 edition of daily news for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim including Luis Ayala considering an offer from the Angels...
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21 days ago
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21 days ago
Western Front: Scrappy Rain, Scrappy Rain by Geoff Young
Ever since I was introduced to Bill James’ works in the mid-'80s, I have wanted to learn as much as possible about baseball so that I can better understand and appreciate it. If you're reading this, you're probably wired the same way. It might be easier to watch without thinking so much, but we don't know how to do that.
I have a similar problem with music...
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7 days ago
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7 days ago
End of the Road for David Eckstein?
At this point in baseball’s off-season most players that have decided to play have found a home. For a decent number of older veterans that might only be a temporary home thanks to a minor league deal and an invite to spring training, but most guys that are planning on carrying on are reporting to someone’s camp this week. That is not the case with David Eckstein as of yet.
Even...
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February 17, 2011
Eckstein to Headline Hot Stove Banquet
The University of Illinois baseball team and the Fighting Illini Dugout Club will host the 2012 Hot Stove Banquet, featuring former St. Louis Cardinals shortstop David Eckstein, on Saturday, Jan. 28.
Via University of Illinois Athletics
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January 05, 2012
David Eckstein Narrated the Children’s Book App for David and Goliath
Wondering what David Eckstein is up to these days? America’s favorite symbol for an athlete overachieving, and FJM’s favorite symbol for the media glorifying an athlete, is now narrating children’s books (in App form!). The OC Register explains that Eckstein, whose wife does professional voice work, narrated the new children’s interactive book app “David & [...]
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October 07, 2011
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October 07, 2011
David Eckstein’s Wife is a Sci-Fi Geek
I admit T..I'm a geek..but a hot one..
Ashley Eckstein, actress and voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars also happens to be the wife of David Eckstein, infielder for the San Diego Padres. Eckstein is one of the few players in history who has won a World Series in both the American and National Leagues..and he also has a very ambitious wife..Recently Ashley started...
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August 05, 2010
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August 05, 2010
Fire Joe Morgan vs. St. Louis Message Boards: The Battle of Eckstein
Deadspin.com brought readers a special treat on Wednesday by turning over the site to the writers of the now-retired FireJoeMorgan.com and their unmatched policing of baseball media.
Amongst their many Wednesday rants was one that touched on a subject that has long had a special place in JoeSportsFan.com’s heart - the media’s love affair with scrappy white baseball players...
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September 24, 2010
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September 24, 2010
David Eckstein Choosing Not to Play
David Eckstein is not retiring he's just choosing not to play, reports Mike DiGiovanna of the LA Times. It has not been lack of offers for Eckstein who received more offers than ever before over the past off-season rather he has simply chosen not to play right now. When asked if he will ever return, Eckstein stated that “It totally has to be the right situation, but when...
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June 29, 2011
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June 29, 2011
Eckstein dishes on Pujols' future
After Tony La Russa's retirement announcement Monday, there were two huge questions looming over the World Series champions.
Who will succeed La Russa as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals? And what impact will the new manager have on Albert Pujols' free agency?
David Eckstein, who played with Pujols in St. Louis from 2005 through 2007, answered both questions at once....
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October 31, 2011
David Eckstein and His Incredible Family
I’m sure each and every one that will read this has experienced struggles. Life isn’t easy. For David Eckstein and his family, they have experienced the same struggle over and over and over again.If you don’t remember Eckstein, he and his brother Rick both played baseball for Florida. As a Gator, David went from walk-on to All-American. He would play 10 years in the Majors...
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March 31, 2011
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March 31, 2011
David Eckstein Retires, Who Are Baseball’s New “Scrappiest” Players?
This offseason, scrappy-mc-scrapsters like Mark Ellis, Jamey Carroll and Clint Barmes have been signed to lucrative deals and one of the all-time greatest scrappers, Craig Counsell, has called it a career. Now, to cap it all off, one of the most scrapolicious players in baseball history, David Eckstein, has officially announced his retirement.
In honor of the offseason of scrap,...
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22 days ago
David Eckstein plans to donate a kidney
Free agent infielder David Eckstein, who won the 2006 World Series MVP Award, is ready to donate a kidney to a family member reports Steve Henson of Yahoo Sports.
Every member of the Eckstein family eventually goes under the knife to donate or receive a kidney. They suffer from a collective inability to filter toxins and waste products from their blood.
David, has been left out...
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March 29, 2011
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March 29, 2011
The Dugout: Goofus and Gallant
David Eckstein is living the dream. Despite showing no obvious talent for baseball and being the size of a petite woman, Eck spent ten years in the Major Leagues, won two World Series championships, and somehow (according to Wikipedia) got a grown woman to sleep with David Eckstein. After a career of doing the impossible, he’s taking on a new goal: convincing people that baseball...
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March 30, 2011
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March 30, 2011
Mets Not Interested In Eckstein
According to Jon Heyman, the Mets have made it clear to second baseman David Eckstein that they are not interested in his services. This is not surprising given the fact that the Mets are itching to dump Castillo, one of the few players with almost the exact same type of play as Eckstein.
Both of them have absolutely no power, are past their prime and hold little offensive...
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March 17, 2011
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March 17, 2011
Former World Series MVP David Eckstein retires
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21 days ago
Ramp Champ #24: David Eckstein
David Eckstein is an infielder who played for the Pawtucket Red Sox in 2000. He was 25. Through 119 Pawtucket games, Eckstein batted .246 with 20 doubles. He hit one lonely home run.Two things:1. David Eckstein is the all-time Pawtucket Hit By Pitch leader (and, evidently, the International League leader as well) with 20 in one season. Second place (10 HBP) is not even close. This...
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March 11, 2011
Eckstein rejoins Friars after rehab stint
Padres second baseman David Eckstein returned to the starting lineup Saturday and was in the leadoff spot for San Diego's game at Miller Park.
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August 21, 2010
'Thrilled' Eckstein returns to throw out first pitch
On Thursday night, David Eckstein threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 6 of the World Series between the Rangers and Cardinals.
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October 27, 2011
Eckstein on the verge of return to Padres
Padres infielder David Eckstein could return to the lineup as early as next weekend, though it's more likely he'll be back in time for the Padres' next homestand that begins Aug. 24.
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August 15, 2010
Eckstein leaves game with calf strain
Padres second baseman David Eckstein left Tuesday's game with a right calf strain after a play at the plate in the first inning.
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July 20, 2010
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