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Let's examine why Scioscia took out Lackey

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I actually supported Mike Scioscia's decision to Remove John Lackey the time, although I'll admit to cursing him a few moments later. However, here is why I think Scioscia made that move and why I originally agreed with the move. 1. The tying Yankees runner is at the plate...
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Holliday, Lackey, Highlight 79 MLB Players Opting for Free Agency

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No Yankees or Phillies players opted for free agency today after the World Series, but on the first day that players could do so as part of Article XX B (2) of the Basic Agreement,  79 other players did, including Matt Holiday of the St. Louis Cardinals, John Lackey of the Los Angeles...
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Do the Angels Need to Re-Sign John Lackey?

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Should the Angels now look to retain John Lackey? Maybe:The consensus of most baseball people I've talked to is that Game 5 of the ALCS could be John Lackey's last as an Angel, barring an unlikely three-win comeback against the Yankees, of course.As the most appealing pitcher...
>> jorgesaysno.blogspot.com/2009/10...
 

John Lackey and Some Fat Guy to Face Off in Game 1: Tuesday Halolinks

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More photos » by Elaine Thompson - AP "Is Jeter eating my hot dog?" Browse more photos » Analysis: Angels Exposed Papelbon’s Flaws - Bats Blog - NYTimes.comThe starter Jered Weaver...
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John Lackey: Should He Stay or Should He Go?

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More photos » by Tony Gutierrez - AP 5 months ago: Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher John Lackey (41) reacts after being ejected during the first inning of the baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas...
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Mets need to step up, sign John Lackey, Matt Holliday

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It is time for the off season to roll in and for the Mets to step out from behind the other NY baseball team. Time to discard talk of free agents like Jose Lima, Tim Redding, Freddy Garcia, Noah Lowry,...
>> www.metscitiblog.com/metscit...
 

Joe Morgan on Coveted Free Agents

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Classic Joe Morgan. Even when I agree with him, I get a good laugh. Simple, simple, simple:AR(MN): Who do you think will be the most coveted free agent this offseason?Joe Morgan(11:14 AM):There are a lot of free agents out there. Matt Holliday is one of the guys. A lot of teams looking...
>> jorgesaysno.blogspot.com/2009/11...
 

Angels Magic Number at 7; John Lackey Ties Frank Tanana

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More photos » by Mike Fuentes - AP about 2 hours ago: The Los Angeles Angels' starting pitcher John Lackey throws in the second inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, on Sunday, Sept...
>> www.halosheaven.com/2009/9/...
 

John Lackey Shut Out is a Sweep Victory

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More photos » by Chris Carlson - AP Might as well jump. Browse more photos » Final Score in Anaheim: On the heels of a complete game shutout by John Lackey, the Angels swept the Seattle Mariners...
>> www.halosheaven.com/2009/9/...
 

Lackey Will Not Go On Short Rest

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Oh my god, great game last night- I'm still hyped up, can't wait for tomorrow, even though I'm gonna be watching the first hour in the dentist's office... but, anyway.This is from Rick Carpiniello at LoHud:"No matter the situation, Mike Scioscia will pitch his...
>> slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/10...
 

The Mets, John Lackey, and the Johan Santana Treatment

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The Mets need a top flight starting pitcher. John Lackey is the only TRUE top flight starting pitcher on the free agent market. Match made in heaven?"People around the Angels believe Lackey is likely to go elsewhere, mainly because the Angels won't be willing to pay his asking...
>> jorgesaysno.blogspot.com/2009/10...
 

ALCS: Still a long stairway to heaven for Angels

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Angels manager Mike Scioscia managed to avoid his Pedro Martinez moment last night. He pulled bulldog starter John Lackey right before the Yankees scored six runs in the seventh inning to wipe away a four-run Angels lead in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series. Lackey...
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Angels dominate Red Sox in Game 1 victory

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John Lackey scatters four hits in 7 1/3 innings and Torii Hunter delivers a three-run home run in the fifth inning of a 5-0 victory. John Lackey scatters four hits in 7 1/3 innings and Torii Hunter delivers a three-run home run in the fifth inning of a 5-0 victory.
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How good is John Lackey...

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The Mets need a top of the rotation starter, a solid #2 to slide in behind Johan Santana. Whether they'll admit it or not, the rotation behind Santana even when it was healthy had too many variables to be considered a pitcher oriented club.Many want the Mets to sign John Lackey...
>> metsfever.blogspot.com/2009/10...
 

Scioscia Probably Cost the Angels John Lackey in Free Agency

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One of the most controversial moments from Game 5 in Anaheim on Thursday night came when manager Mike Scioscia removed starter John Lackey from the game in the 7th. Considering Darren Oliver came on in relief and gave up a 3-run double to Mark Teixeira on his first pitch and a game...
>> larrybrownsports.com/basebal...
 

John Lackey Wins 100th Career Game, Angels Blast A's

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Final Score in Los Angeles of Anaheim: Oakland Atheltics 1, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 9 For the sixteenth time in his career, John Lackey beat the Oakland A's. Sunday afternoon's victory was the 100th regular season win for the veteran. Lackey threw 110 pitches in...
>> www.halosheaven.com/2009/8/...
 

Lackey on Yanks: 'I'm not going to get intimidated by anybody'

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Yankees GM Brian Cashman made headlines on Wednesday by saying he didn't think the Angels had any sense of "fear" in having to face New York. On Thursday, Game 1 starter John Lackey(notes) provided a quote that backed up Cashman's initial hunch about the Halos. Asked...
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Johnny Damon, John Lackey and Matt Holliday are among the hot offseason topics

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Johnny Damon, John Lackey and Matt Holliday are among the hot offseason topics
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John Shea: Yankees can't resist free agents

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Now that No. 27 is in the books, it's time for the Yankees to seek their 28th championship with the help of John Lackey and Matt Holliday, and when do Roy Halladay and Joe Mauer become free agents again? Reports out of New York, one from longtime New York...
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Scioscia Dodges Bullet, Angels Live to Fight On!

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More photos » by Jae C. Hong - AP about 1 hour ago: After jumping in an outfield waterfall, a fan reacts to the crowd during Game 5 of the American League Championship baseball series between the Los Angeles Angels and the New York Yankees Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, in Anaheim...
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Angels Scalped by Former Red Sox, John Lackey Denied 100th Career Win

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More photos » by Tony Dejak - AP about 2 hours ago: Los Angeles Angels' Maicer Izturis scores on a passed ball during the first inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Indians, Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, in Cleveland...
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Lackey shuts down Red Sox as Angels take Game 1

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John Lackey shut out the Red Sox for 7 2/3 innings on Thursday night as the Angels beat the Red Sox 5-0 in Game 1 of the ALDS. From MLB.com: Lackey delivered 22 outs, and Hunter produced the thunder, his three-run fifth-inning homer against Jon Lester providing the impetus behind...
>> www.scoresreport.com/2009/10...
 

Big John records the Big 1 Double 0

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(AP Photo)By David Saltzer - Angelswin.com ColumnistThere’s something magical about the number 100. It’s not that it has an extra digit compared to 99. It’s that it signifies a major accomplishment. If you’re lucky enough to reach age 99, you’ll be noted as such. But, if...
>> angelswinblog.blogspot.com/2009/08...
 

John Lackey, Matt Holliday among 79 players filing for free agency

Pitcher John Lackey and outfielder Matt Holliday were among 79 players who filed for free agency Thursday, the first possible day.
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John Lackey, Matt Holliday among 79 players filing for free agency

Pitcher John Lackey and outfielder Matt Holliday were among 79 players who filed for free agency Thursday, the first possible day.
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