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Mets Find Their "Guy Who Frantically Points To God After Every One Inning Save As If He Just Simultaneously Cured Cancer And World Hunger" Closer

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It appears that K-Rod is going to be a Met. The signing itself was inevitable. The contract is what's absurd. Three years/$37M? Really? I guess the Wilpons better clean out their ashtrays and head to CoinStar, lest they tap into actual funds [...]
>> www.tiricosuave.com/2008/12...
 

Is Francisco Rodriguez Doctoring the Ball?

A white substance was "discovered" under the brim of K-Rod's cap the other night. Was he doctoring the ball? It depends what source you read from, but the fellas at Halos Heaven don't think so. Read the comments.
>> www.halosheaven.com/story/2...
 

K-Rod Signing Could Come Within The Hour

Many sources are now feverishly caught up in the K-Rod frenzy this morning. We will be closely monitoring this story and posting and new relevant information. Earlier today, Jon Heyman confirmed what was being widely reported since late last night, that the Mets were on the verge...
>> metsmerizedonline.com/2008/12...
 

Mets On The Brink Of Signing K-Rod!!!

Several sources are now confirming that the New York Mets are on the verge of landing this year's top free agent closer, Francisco Rodriguez. Joel Sherman of the NY Post, first broke the story when he reported first hand comments from Rodriguez's agent, Paul Kinzer. "...
>> metsmerizedonline.com/2008/12...
 

K-Rod looking Cozy with the Mets..

David Lennon of Newsday writes that with all the madness at the Bellagio filled with reporters and curious onlookers there was K-Rod with his family - carrying a stuffed animal (not too manly). According to Lennon, after he dropped off his family, he was back downstairs chatting...
>> www.ddmetsfanblog.com/2008/12...
 

MLB Trade Rumors Abound About Francisco Rodriguez

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Could the MLB Trade rumors be true that that LA Angels might trade relief pitcher, Francisco Rodriguez? Back in February, Rodriguez was not offered his requested 12.5 Million dollar salary but rather only was offered $10 Million to continue to playing for the Los Angeles Angels...
>> socalsportschick.com/basebal...
 

Overnight at the Winter Baseball Meetings

The Central Maine Sports Blog is reporting that Francisco Rodriguez is not as close to signing with the Mets as widely reported. The CMSB sources tell us that K-Rod came out of meetings disappointed to the point that reps told other teams K-Rod was available to talk to them at any...
>> www.centralmainesportsblog.com/2008/12...
 

Mets Are Thrilled To Have K-Rod

It was great to finally see K-Rod dressed in his Mets garb after passing his physical today. He had this to say afterward, "I'm thrilled to join the Mets," Rodriguez said in a statement, released after he passed his physical. "Mets fans are very passionate, and...
>> metsmerizedonline.com/2008/12...
 

K-Rod's Gonna Chill Until The Winter Meetings

For anybody waiting for a Thanksgiving surprise from Omar and company, if there is one, it won't be Francisco Rodriguez. Ronald Blum of the NY Post tells us, Francisco Rodriguez's agent won't start detailed discussions with teams until the winter meetings open in Las Vegas...
>> metsmerizedonline.com/2008/11...
 

It's Joba-time in the Bronx

The Joba Chamberlain Era begins in the Bronx today. The New York Yankees are calling up the fireballing phenom to join their beleaguered bullpen. The Yankees are hoping Chamberlain, who features a 97-99 mph fastball, can do for them what Francisco Rodriguez did for the Aneheim Angels in 2002.
>> valentinesviews.blogspot.com/2007/08...
 

K-Rod Seeking At Least 15 Million?

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According to Jon Heyman, Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez is looking to start negotiating at five years around fifteen million dollars annually. His agent would not get into deals so bidding was not already set, but said they are looking for a record deal. His client can basically...
>> elismlbrumors.blogspot.com/2008/10...
 

MLB Trade Rumors Abound About Francisco Rodriguez

Could the MLB Trade rumors be true that that LA Angels might trade relief pitcher, Francisco Rodriguez? Back in February, Rodriguez was not offered his requested 12.5 Million dollar salary but rather only was offered $10 Million to continue to playing for the Los Angeles Angels. The...
>> socalsportschick.com/basebal...
 

The Rays Really Need Francisco Rodriguez

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>> www.draysbay.com/2009/6/...
 

Francisco Rodriguez chases 57

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Tonight Francisco "K-Rod" Rodriguez saved his 51st game of the season in pursuit of the MLB record 57 games saved held by Bobby Thigpen for the 1990 Chicago White Sox. With over a month left in the season, here's saying he breaks it. Having said that, there are several...
>> baseballmastermind.com/basebal...
 

Mark Shapiro should go nuts.... GO GET K-ROD

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Why Cleveland Indians General Manager Mark Shapiro should take a chance this off-season and make a run at Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez.
>> tribetimereport.blogspot.com/2008/07...
 

Angels will sit K-Rod for at least three days

X-rays on Francisco Rodriguez's sprained right ankle were normal Tuesday, but the closer, who was replaced Monday night after only 13 pitches, will be sidelined for at least three days while the <a rel="nofollow" t...
>> us.rd.yahoo.com/sports/...
 

Mets-Reds Odds Preview

The New York Mets and the Cincinnati Reds will both be trying to pick up a win on Wednesday when they battle at Great American Ball Park. Righthander Michael Pelfrey will take the mound for the Mets to start this game. Pelfrey is 0-0 this season with a 0.00 ERA. It'll be Edison...
>> www.lines-maker.com/2009/04...
 

Mets trade for J.J. Putz

In a deal that took only a few hours, at least that we know, the Mets have laded their set up man for 2008.The Mets have traded a handful of players, landing J.J. Putz for the 8th inning in front of Francisco Rodriguez.The three team deal breaks down a...
>> sportsblognet.com/2008/12...
 

Mets will talk K-Rod's Agent on December 8th at the Winter meetings

Fox Sports is Reporting that Francisco Rodriguez's agent won't start detailed discussions with teams until the winter meetings open in Las Vegas on Dec. 8. Paul Kinzer, who represents the free-agent closer, doesn't expect the marketplace to get busy for another 10...
>> www.ddmetsfanblog.com/2008/11...
 

How Derek Jeter can spend October

For the first time in his 14-year career, Derek Jeter will not be participating in postseason baseball. Given that, "The Captain" will have to find some alternative diversions this October. To that end, we've put together a daily itinerary of suggested activities, in...
>> www.bugsandcranks.com/the-clu...
 
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See Ya in San Fran

Today after we won in Baltimore, I got word that I made the American League All-Star team. I'm definitely thrilled to represent the Angels for my first All-Star appearance. It is truly an amazing feeling and something we all dream of as kids. To be honest, it makes it a lot better...
 

Omar Minaya and Adam Rubin of The Daily News get into it at Bernazard press conference

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The New York Mets fired Tony Bernazard today amid an investigation into reports of him ripping his shirt of and challenging Binghamton Mets players to a clubhouse fight and a confrontation with Francisco Rodriguez. This is just the latest embarrassing development in a shameful season...
>> www.tonyblogs.net/2009/07...
 

K-Rod Gets Into The Rivalry

Francisco Rodriguez already proclaimed the Mets the
>> www.philliesnation.com/archive...
 

Mets Sign K-Rod

Mets sign Francisco Rodriguez for five years, $75MM three years, $37MM with a $14MM vesting option for 2012. Analysis: Law (now in Spanish!), Cameron, Watson.The 2012 option sounds like it basically vests as long as he doesn't get hurt. I wonder what projection for that season...
>> vegaswatch.net/2008/12...
 
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Great Game, Great Win

I've said it before right here, but I just I think the whole vibe of the Yankee Stadium is fun. It's a fun place to pitch. It's always a challenge. It always feels like a playoff game every time you pitch here. That's fun. Facing Clemens added to it and so did Old Timers...
 
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