Yardbarker: Ty Wigginton

Davis, Save Us

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 07:21:00 -0500

The Mets were meandering through their most arid major award season since 1993 — the last time no Met scored a single vote for MVP, Cy Young, Manager of the Year or Rookie of the Year nor nabbed a Silver Slugger or Gold Glove — when it appeared we'd have nothing more to sate our perilously low self-esteem than Luis Castillo's fantastic seventh-place finish in voting for mlb.com's National League Comeback Player of the Year balloting (six points behind the decreasingly heartwarming...

Orioles Looking "Short-Term" At The Corners

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:43:47 -0500

The Orioles aren't expected to be major players on the free-agent market this winter, but if the team does make a move, it will likely be to acquire a veteran presence at first and/or third base.Speaking to MASN Sports' Steve Melewski, Baltimore team president Andy MacPhail said that given the Orioles' young outfield and second-year catcher Matt Wieters, he would "like to put more proven bats" in the lineup to compliment the team's young stars. The O's have pros...

Orioles: What, me worry?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:51:38 -0500

Actually, I am a little worried about the direction the Orioles may take this offseason, because Andy MacPhail has painted himself into a corner with his stated desire not to trade any of the top prospects for offensive help. That wouldn't bother me if the free agent market -- which opens for business tomorrow -- was heavy with run-producing corner infielders that could be had for reasonable years and salary, but the choices are fairly limited and none of them is a slam-dunk fit for th...

O's Take Series in Seattle After Implosion; Orioles Cook-Off...

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:24:00 -0500

The Baltimore Orioles got lucky last night -- literally. They scored five runs in the bottom of the ninth, thanks to RBI's by Adam Jones, Nick Markakis, and two by Ty Wigginton along with two assists -- er, errors -- by Mariners' second Jose Lopez helped the Orioles win, 5-3. Baltimore with the win on Wednesday afternoon, took two out of three from Seattle, and ended their West Coast excursion with a 3-4 record after a shockingly bad series in Anaheim. Brian Bass got the win in relief...

Wigginton still getting used to reserve role

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:00:00 -0500

Bumbry, Flacco and 6 other draftees signed Ty Wigginton had his best game of the season Sunday, blasting two homers for the first time in 2009.

Ty Wigginton needs more time, in a new home...

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:52:00 -0500

Let me preference this by saying, I've never been one of those guys that has clamoured for the return of Ty Wigginton, of the two deals that were made on that fateful day in 2004, the Wiggy deal was fair.In a true tribute to his popularity, since he left in 2004 there always seems to be Mets fans who want him back.But in this particular case Wigginton seems to be the perfect fit, to meet our needs. Wigginton is versatile enough to play multiple positions ( 1B, 2B, 3B, OF), he's slumpi...

Ty Wigginton Contract Being Held Up?

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:37:16 -0500

Monday, 09 February 2009 20:51 As camp is scheduled to start on Saturday with pitchers and catchers, it looks like the deal for Ty Wigginton may be hold according to Peter Schmuck... From the Baltimore Sun: The Orioles are bringing free agent infielder Ty Wigginton back for further ...

Ty Wigginton?

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 03:20:50 -0500

A while ago I suggested the Yanks pick up Ty Wigginton to help out their bench. It looked like he was going to get a starting job though so I gave up on that idea fairly quickly. However, according to Walt Jocketty, "They're getting close to desperate stage." He has an undeniably awful glove. ...

More on Wigginton

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:43:12 -0500

As most fans know, the team acquired the 'verstaile' Ty Wigginton off the market yesterday. There's not been an offiicial press release out on the signing (one can assume he has to finish a physical), but he'll be an Oriole. Here's some more from Wigginton courtesy of the Baltimore Sun. Wigginton... ...

Slow day

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 21:59:32 -0500

Not much going on today

Orioles Land Wigginton

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:51:02 -0500

The Orioles and Ty Wigginton have agreed to a two year deal worth six million dollars. It was surprising to see the Astros release Wigginton after he hit .285 with 23 HR with 58 RBI in 111 games for the Astros last season. Wigginton will play multiple positions for the Orioles, including 1B, 3B, DH, and outfield. He can even play second base if necessary.?
This story was approved by MLB Rumors.

Ty Wigginton?

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:11:14 -0500

Orioles looking to add Wigginton?

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:58:25 -0500

Ty Wigginton became a free agent earlier this winter when the Houston Astros decided against tendering him a contract. While he drew interest early on the market for him has died off in recent weeks. Now the Baltimore Orioles have let it be known that they do have interest in the right hand hitting Wigginton. Wigginton [...]

Pirates Eye Wigginton?

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:56:32 -0500

Add the Pirates to the list of teams going after Ty Wigginton. The Indians, Giants, and Twins are all pursuing Wigginton, who was non-tendered this past weekend. Wigginton made 4.35 million dollars last season, and could receive as much as 7 million dollars after hitting .285 with 23 HR in 111 games. Wigginton last played for the Pirates in 2005, but struggled hitting .258 in 58 games. He might be more intrigued by playing for the Giants or Twins. Both teams have solid pitching, and would have even better hitting with the addition of Wigginton. Nothing appears imminent, so we might not hear anything until after the New Year.
This story was approved by MLB Rumors.

Another vote for Wiggy

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 22:03:52 -0500

The other night as news of who was being non-tendered was coming out, I reviewed several players who would be a good fit for the Mets. Former Met Ty Wigginton seems to be a nice match, I'm sure he still wants to be a starting 3B but realistically Wiggy is falling into the utility role. Ken ...