RICH AURILIA NEWS

Giants bring up Sadowski for major-league debut

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The San Francisco Giants purchased the contract of right-handed pitcher Ryan Sadowski from Triple-A Fresno and placed infielder Rich Aurilia on the bereavement list.
>> www.miamiherald.com/sports/...
 

Underrated Infielder Rich Aurilia One of the Best Giants to Ever Play by the Bay

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0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false NO. SLEEP. TILL BROOKLYN. When Rich Aurilia steps out of the dugout, every Giants fan knows what his walk-up music is. That one clip from the Beastie Boys is indicative of Aurilia’s career, one that may soon be coming...
>> bleacherreport.com/article...
 

Setting the Market

In case you missed it, the Giants signed Jeremy Affeldt to a 2 year/$8 million dollar contract today in an attempt to shore up their horrific middle relief. Affeldt is the first domino to fall this offseason, and this contract will ultimately set the bar for the other free agent middle...
>> jorgesaysno.blogspot.com/2008/11...
 

Ty Wigginton To The Phillies?

David Murphy of the Philadelphia Daily News reports that the Phillies are looking to acquire a third baseman and the guy they have their sights set on is former Met, Ty Wigginton. Add Ty Wigginton to the list of names the Phillies have investigated as potential additions to the team...
>> metsmerizedonline.com/2009/01...
 

From the Wire...Aurilia Re-ups with the Giants

According to a report from MLB.com, the Giants re-signed Rich Aurilia on Monday to a minor league deal that includes an invitation to Spring Training. Aurilia could earn $1 million if he makes the big league club.The Cubs were rumored to be very interested in Rich Aurilia to serve...
>> chicagocubsonline.com/archive...
 

Aurilia given reprieve, at least for a day or two

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It appeared that Rich Aurilia's tenure as a Giant would end Tuesday, when outfielder Nate Schierholtz was eligible to come off the disabled list. But second baseman Freddy Sanchez reported for work with a sore left shoulder, and the Giants decided they couldn't afford to trade...
>> www.mercurynews.com/giants/...
 

Harden solid in Chicago debut - will he put Cubs over the top?

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I happened to be in attendance at Wrigley for Rich Harden's Chicago Cubs' debut on Saturday and he was awfully impressive. He only lasted 5.1 innings, but he gave up just five hits and no earned runs while also striking out 10 in the Cubs' 8-7 extra innings victory. Of...
>> www.scoresreport.com/2008/07...
 

Fredi Gonzalez: Lindstrom still Marlins' closer

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Maybin hurt at Triple-A New Orleans The hitter he kept coming back to was Rich Aurilia. With two on, two out, and the Marlins up three runs in the ninth Saturday, Matt Lindstrom got ahead 0-2.
>> www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/...
 

Joe DiMaggio Award Gala to Honor Reggie Jackson

Image via Wikipedia Xaverian High School president Dr. Salvatore Ferrera announced that former New York Yankee Reggie Jackson would be honored at a dinner held at their school on May 5. The event, which is called the Joe DiMaggio Awards Banquet benefits the Brooklyn...
>> baseballreflections.com/2009/05...
 

2008 Fantasy First base Rankings: NL West

The National League West Division has a good mix of young talent and veterans at 1B. Here's a pre-season ranking on all the NL West 1B that could make a fantasy impact in 2008.
>> www.crookedpitch.com/184/200...
 

The Goatee Remains the Same

My favorite Rich Aurilia moment of all time came in this game in 2003, with the wire-to-wire division-winning Giants squaring off against an historically awful Tiger team that would go on to lose 119 games and give Mike Maroth his 15 minutes of fame. The Giants got down early 6-2...
>> www.bugsandcranks.com/san-fra...
 

Weekend Update: What is the Cubs Next Move?

Four days after the Cubs traded Mark DeRosa the Faithful is wondering what, or who, Jim Hendry may have up his sleeve. The Cubs off-season, to this point, has many shaking their heads, including Buster Olney. The Cubs have made some unpopular moves and have not addressed their biggest...
>> chicagocubsonline.com/archive...
 

Cubs Checking Out Rich Aurilia

Fox's Ken Rosenthal thinks the Cubs could be interested in Rich Aurilia: ...as a backup at first and third base, but only if they part with shortstop Ronny Cedeno or second baseman Mike Fontenot This is probably related to some type of trickle effect if Mark DeRosa has to be the...
>> www.cubsfx.com/2008/12...
 

Good, Stay There, Aurilia

I have to admit, I was still a little curious about the Cubs and Rich Aurilia. Curious as in "why would they do that?". Well, looks like the Giants are making a play to keep the veteran corner infielder: In a bid to add infield depth, the Giants have offered a minor-league...
>> www.cubsfx.com/2009/02...
 

Post-Game Recap: Giants Avoid the Sweep!

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More photos » by Ross D. Franklin - AP This picture saved me from typing 1,000 additional words in this post. Browse more photos » It was an ugly, ugly game, and the Giants didn't deserve to...
>> www.mccoveychronicles.com/2009/6/...
 

Aurilia hurt again; Schierholtz returns for Giants

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The San Francisco Giants placed infielder Rich Aurilia on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, and activated outfielder Nate Schierholtz from the DL.
>> www.miamiherald.com/sports/...
 

Giants activate Aurilia, option Bowker

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The San Francisco Giants activated infielder Rich Aurilia from the 15-day disabled list Friday and optioned outfielder John Bowker to Triple-A Fresno.
>> www.miamiherald.com/sports/...
 

Is Millar or Aurilia a fit for the Cubs?

After spending the winter doing everything they could to add left-handed hitters and balance to the roster, the Cubs are reportedly looking to add a righty to the mix that can backup Derrek Lee and Aramis Ramirez. The two names that continue to surface....Kevin Millar and Rich Aurilia.While one ...
>> chicagocubsonline.com/archive...
 

NL West in Review: 1st Basemen

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More photos » by Elaine Thompson - AP One man stood tall above 26 other NL West first basemen in 2009. Browse more photos » Introduction Baseball is still being played out there somewhere, but...
>> www.purplerow.com/2009/10...
 

minor lines, 8/1/09

Highlights from the Giants' farm: (a) Craig Clark had 7.0 shutout IP; (b) Daryl Maday allowed 2 ER in a seven-inning complete game; (c) Aaron King allowed just 1 ER in 5.2 IP; (d) Francisco Peguero had his 1st HR.; and (e) Mike Mooney had two doubles and a single in the first...
>> www.mccoveychronicles.com/2009/8/...
 

Weekend Update - The Latest from the North Side on Mr. Cub's Birthday

The last day of January and only 13 days before pitchers and catchers report to Fitch Park in Mesa.... The Cubs interest in Kevin Millar and Rich Aurilia was bantered around on Friday after the return of Paul Bako was officially announced. The Cubs "had shown early interest"...
>> chicagocubsonline.com/archive...
 

The Glut of Almost-Average Outfielders

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There could probably be a series on potential roster moves. Jonathan Sanchez or Other? Kevin Frandsen or Matt Downs? Rich Aurilia's gold watch: 14k or 18k? The one that fascinates me, though, is the glut of mid-20s, kinda interesting outfielders who may or may not be a part...
>> www.mccoveychronicles.com/2009/6/...
 

2007 Fantasy SS Rankings & Projections (18-15)

This edition includes Khalil Greene, Rich Aurilia, Omar Vizquel, and new Twins' standout Jason Bartlett. How do the two younger guys stack up against the veterans? And what are your thoughts on the following: "As an aside, Viquel won the Hutch award in 1996 for "best...
>> mvn.com/mlb-fan...
 

Could Molina Be The Answer?

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With just under three days until baseball's trading deadline, all appears quiet on the Phillies front. Aside from some little rumbles here and there, there's real no big news when it comes to the Phillies It's quite possible the acquisition of Joe Blanton will probably...
>> www.hotstovephilly.com/2008/07...
 

Giants promote Aurilia to give Uribe a rest

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Juan Uribe's tender hamstrings have presented Rich Aurilia with perhaps one last hurrah with the Giants. In a bit of a surprise, Aurilia was activated from the disabled list Friday and replaced John Bowker, who was optioned to Triple-A Fresno.
>> www.mercurynews.com/giants/...
 
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