Yardbarker: Ray Durham

Back on the Job

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:56:30 -0500

The All-Star break was last week, but several players are finally getting back to work. Troy Percival and J.J. Putz came off the disabled list over the weekend while other closers are having their own injury issues. And what does the presence of Ray Durham in Milwaukee mean for Rickie Weeks?

I’m Rick Weeks, B*tch!

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 23:39:10 -0500

Just when the various beat-writer types had decided Rickie Weeks was one of the Brewers' biggest liabilities heading down the stretch, and collectively pronounced that the Ray Durham acquisition proved their point, Rickie Weeks made a return trip to St. Louis' left-field upper deck "Big Mac" land, validated Ned Yost's patience (at least for now), and bought himself [...]

Brewers, Giants Working Out Durham Deal

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:27:21 -0500

The Brewers and Giants are in serious discussions about a deal for Ray Durham. The Brewers, it appears, will not give up anyone of serious value on their 25 man roster, but nothing is written in stone. More on this as the deal is worked out.

UPDATE: ESPN.com is reporting that the deal is done, with Brewers prospects Darren Ford and Steve Hammond heading to San Francisco

Fantasy Trade Analysis: Ray Durham to the Brewers

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 13:57:12 -0500

On the surface this looks like a trade to bolster the Brewers bench, which it probably is, but look deeper and there just might be some big fantasy implications.

Brewers stay hot and a trade is in the works

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:52:47 -0500

The Brewers beat the Giants on Saturday, 8-5, to win their third straight game and take the series from the Giants. Carlos Villanueva picked up the win in relief of Ben Sheets. Salomon Torres picked up his 16th save of the season.

Wednesday's MLB News and Rumors

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:27:00 -0500

It's official -- the NL Central race is on as the Cubs have answered the Brewers acquisition of CC Sabathia by picking up P Rich Harden and P Chad Gaudin from the A's for OF Matt Murton, P Sean Gallagher, IF Eric Patterson and C Josh Donaldson. But the Brewers aren't done. CNNSI believes the Crew has been evaluating a handful of more trade opportunities to bring in one or two more players to the big league club. Sources say their targets have included P Greg Maddux of the San Diego Padres, Jake Taschner a lefty reliever for the San Francisco Giants and Ray Durham, a Giants' switch hitter, whom they would use off the bench. Erik Bedard talked trade on Philadelphia's ESPN Radio affiliate yesterday. The Seattle Times reports he didn't request a trade, but he didn't turn it down either. Despite offers from the Los Angeles Dodgers, among others, the Pirates want to keep SS Jack Wilson. Mostly because they don't have a replacement. With Matt Treanor down with a lower abdominal strain, look for the Marlins to make a move for a catcher. Should Atlanta decide to collapse over the next few weeks, Mark Teixeira could be on the market, and one possible suitor is the Boston Red Sox. With David Ortiz hurt for an unknown amount of time, Teixeira could fill the void at DH for Boston...for the right price. Speaking of the Red Sox, the Boston Globe and Peter Gammons of ESPN are reporting that the DH spot could have been filled by none other than home run king Barry Bonds. There were reportedly "internal talks" to workout Bonds, but it didn't go farther than that. The Denver Post reports the Rays could be making a move for Rockies RP Brian Fuentes. The Rockies reportedly only want one prospect in return. The Rays had talked about dealing for OF Matt Holliday, but Colorado wants the Rays' top pitching prospect David Price in that deal.

Giants score!!

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 10:49:04 -0500

It's going to be a long season

Possible Baek for Durham; Roster Shakedown

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 16:07:45 -0500

Seattle could be about to trade pitcher Cha Seung Baek to the San Francisco Giants for Ray Durham and cash.

Vizquel out with knee surgery.

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 22:28:53 -0500

San Francisco Giants are going to be with out their Gold Glove shortstop Omar Vizquel for 4 to 5 weeks. The 40 year old, Vizquel will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Wednesday and then start rehab. Omar started to experience some soreness in the knee last week but thought nothing of it and thought it was no big deal. Today while testing his knee out thou he felt a pop and thought OK its time to get this taken care of.

2008 Fantasy Second Base Rankings: National League

Sat, 29 Dec 2007 14:16:15 -0500

Here's the Crooked Pitch ranking list fro NL second basemen.

No one named Ray wants to play for Tampa Bay

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 19:28:10 -0500

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2007 BIGGEST FANTASY BASEBALL BUSTS

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 13:28:13 -0500

Well, it's that time of year to evaluate and see how you did when you put together those mighty draft lists. Here's a look at those guys who just didn't get it done!!!

Sheffield on DL, Mauer Out For Second Game, Sheets Could Be Back

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 11:26:20 -0500

Sheff back on the DL, could this potentially be his last season? Mauer out for his second straight game. Sheets could be back in the rotation this week.

Chase Utley, Alfsono Soriano, Roy Oswalt back on track!!!

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:56:12 -0500

What a week we're about to have in baseball. Division leaders verse second place, key players make their return, it's going to be awesome.

The SF Giants starting lineup is a bunch of Old Geezers

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 20:45:52 -0500

The Giants have what must be one of the oldest starting lineups in MLB history. And they can't hit. Which is a shame for Barry Bonds.