Regression Risks
We launched a new feature this week where a four-writer panel (myself, Jeff Erickson, Bernie Pleskoff and Michael Rusignola) each provided an overall Top-350 list for the upcoming season (the rankings will go live with an article by Wednesday). From there, we generated composite rankings for a large share of the player pool, while finding outliers with radically varying values within...
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Kershawing: Guidelines For Being The Best Pitcher an Orginization Could Ask For
At first, there was “Tebowing.”
And then came “Bradying.”
And now, there is “Kershawing.”
Behind this glove lies the secrets to his humble "Kershawing"
Here’s how to “Kershaw:”
1. Make $500,000 in 2011
2. Destroy every pitching stat for what is basically the pitching triple crown (led the NL in K’s, ERA, WHIP...
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2012 Will See More MLB Salary Arbitration Hearings Than 2011
With Marlins SS Emilio Bonifacio going to hearing today, 2012 will pass last year in terms of the number of salary arbitration hearings that will take place.
Last year, just three players went to salary arbitration hearing with their respective clubs (Ross Ohlendorf- Pirates, Jered Weaver – Angels, and Hunter Pence – Astros) with all but Weaver having the arbitration panel rule...
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Cosart eager to crack hometown Astros' roster
As one of four Minor League players acquired by the Astros in exchange for All-Star outfielder Hunter Pence last July, Jarred Cosart went from an organization stocked with terrific starting pitching at the Major League level to one where opportunity abounds and advancement can be rapid.
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More Off-Season Moves for the Phillies
Over the past several weeks, the Phillies have made a number of off-season moves. Some of them make sense, some of them make a bit less sense. The following is a breakdown of the various Phillies events, the reasoning behind it and my opinion as to the real reason for the move.
Event: The Phillies send Wilson Valdez to the Reds in exchange for a minor league pitcher.
Reason: One...
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‘Take me out’ to new summer collegiate baseball team in The Woodlands
From Your Conroe News
Montgomery County baseball fans may no longer have to drive to Houston’s Minute Maid Park to watch quality baseball as a minor league collegiate team is coming to The Woodlands’ back yard.
Ramiro Lozano, of Spring, purchased a Texas Collegiate League baseball franchise in The Woodlands in January. The league is seven years old, features seven teams and...
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Ruben, Charlie, and HP3 Highlight PSWA Awards
Hunter Pence accepting the PSWA 2011 Good Guy Award. Photo by: Ian RiccaboniOn a night where Charlie Manuel claimed he felt like a “mosquito in a nudist colony”, myself and colleague Pat Gallen enjoyed a fine spread, a tribute to Smokin’ Joe, and a celebration of Philadelphia athletics at the 108st Annual Philadelphia Sports Writers Association (PSWA) Awards .The...
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Expert Mock Draft Analysis: Josh's Team
'Tis the season for mocking, and mocking we've done. On Sunday night, an A-list of fantasy sports writers, and myself in the role of jester, gathered for a mock draft at Mock Draft Central. Before going any further, I'd like to thank Jeff Erickson and Griffin Lowmaster for setting up the draft room and making the mock possible. The roster format used mirrored that...
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Phillies Remain Busy As Spring Training Approaches
Hunter Pence and the Philadelphia Phillies agreed to a 1 year, $10.4 million contract to avoid arbitration. Photo Source : beerleaguer.com
The Philadelphia Phillies have had a busy 48 hours, and as spring training inches ever closer, the team looks to be finalizing its roster.
After coming to terms with veteran utility infielder Wilson Valdez to avoid arbitration, the Phillies then...
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Phanatic on 30 Rock, Pence no Arb & Oswalt a Card
America's most loved mascot made an appearance on the sitcom 30 Rock. Thanks Tina Fey for keeping it real...real Philly.Hunter Pence and the Phillies avoided arbitration, agreeing to a 1 year $10.4M deal. It was the halfway point between the 2 filings ($9M- Phils, $11.8M- Pence).Roy Oswalt appears to be heading to the Cardinals. With Adam Wainwright returning to the rotation...
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Phillies, OF Pence agree to one-year contract
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed with outfielder Hunter Pence on a one-year, $10.4 million contract avoiding arbitration.Pence had asked for $11.8 million in arbitration last week. The Phillies originally offered him a $9-million deal.The 28-year-old hit .314 with 22 home runs and a career-high 97 RBIs for Houston and Philadelphia last season.Philadelphia has now settled with...
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Hunter Pence have come to terms with the Phils, signing a one-year $10.4 million dollars deal.
The Phils have just announced that they have signed the last of their arbitration-eligible players, as Hunter Pence have agreed to a one-year deal worth $10.4 million dollars.
Pence, who have come to the Phils in a mid-season trade with the Astros, played in 54 games with the Phils, hitting .324 (67-207) with a .954 OPS, as he hit 12 doubles, 2 triples and 11 home runs, knocking...
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Pence agrees to one-year, $10.4m deal with Phils
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Right fielder Hunter Pence and the Philadelphia Phillies agreed Friday to a $10.4 million, one-year contract.
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17 days ago
Phillies, Pence agree on one-year, $10.4M deal
The Phillies have agreed with right fielder Hunter Pence on a one-year, $10.4 million contract, avoiding salary arbitration, the team announced Friday.
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17 days ago
Pence, Phillies agree on new contract
Right fielder Hunter Pence has agreed to a $10.4 million, one-year contract with the Phillies, avoiding arbitration.
The deal was announced Friday, and includes award bonuses.
Pence hit .314 with 22 homers and a career-high 97 RBI for Houston and Philadelphia last season. He was acquired from the Astros on July 29.
The two-time All-Star led the Phillies in several offensive categories...
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Phillies, Pence agree for $10.4 million
The Philadelphia Phillies avoided arbitration with outfielder Hunter Pence on Friday, signing him to a one-year deal worth $10.4 million.
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17 days ago
Pence agrees to one-year deal with Phillies
The Phillies on Friday announced that they've agreed to terms with outfielder Hunter Pence, avoiding arbitration with their lone remaining player. Pence received a one-year contract for $10.4 million, plus award bonuses.
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Phillies' Pence agrees to 1 year, $10.4M (AP)
Right fielder Hunter Pence has agreed to a $10.4 million, one-year contract with the Phillies, avoiding arbitration. The deal was announced Friday, and includes award bonuses. Pence hit .314 with 22 homers and a career-high 97 RBIs for Houston and Philadelphia last season. He was acquired from the Astros on July 29.
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Phillies' Pence agrees to 1 year, $10.4M (AP)
Right fielder Hunter Pence has agreed to a $10.4 million, one-year contract with the Phillies, avoiding arbitration. The deal was announced Friday, and includes award bonuses. Pence hit .314 with 22 homers and a career-high 97 RBIs for Houston and Philadelphia last season. He was acquired from the Astros on July 29.
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Phillies, Hunter Pence Agree On Salary For 2012
According to CBS’ Jon Heyman, Hunter Pence and the Phillies have made a deal for 2012. Pence will earn $10.4MM in his first full season as a Phillie. Not too bad, not too cheap either.
In 54 games with the Phillies last season, Pence hit for a .324 average, sent 11 out of the park, and drove in 35 teammates. That’s just in 54 games. Can you imagine what he can do in a...
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Pence, Phillies Avoid Arbitration
According to John Heyman, Hunter Pence avoids arbitration and signs a one year, $10.4 million deal with the Phillies.
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Philadelphia Phillies and Outfielder Hunter Pence Agree on One-Year Deal, Avoiding Arbitration
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a one-year deal with outfielder Hunter Pence, avoiding arbitration. The deal, for the 2012 season, is worth $10.4 million.
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Pence avoids arbitration with one-year deal.
Hot News for OF Hunter Pence
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Philadelphia Phillies and Outfielder Hunter Pence Agree on One-Year Deal, Avoiding Arbitration
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a one-year deal with outfielder Hunter Pence, avoiding arbitration. The deal, for the 2012 season, is worth $10.4 million.
Pence had originally requested $11.8 million and the Phillies had submitted an offer of $9 million. The two sides were able to agree at $10.4 million.
Pence will become a free agent after the 2013 season, and there have...
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Phillies, Hunter Pence Ink One-Year Deal
Hunter Pence is back. (AP)According to Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com, the Phillies and Hunter Pence have avoided arbitration by coming to terms on a one-year, $10.4 million contract. Heyman was the first to tweet the news just after 3 p.m.Pence had originally asked for $11.8 million, the Phillies countered with $9 million, and the two sides have split the difference.Now comes some...
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