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Dave Roberts to Retire
April 06, 2009 by
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Free agent outfielder Dave Roberts, the hero of the 2004 ALCS, is getting ready to announce his retirement this week. "I'm OK with it now," said Roberts. "I'm looking forward to the next phase of my life - either stay in the game and coach or go into broadcasting...
Cubs Interested In Lamb?
April 06, 2009 by
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The Chicago Tribune is reporting that the Cubs have interest in free agent third baseman Mike Lamb. Lamb, who would back up Aramis Ramirez, was released by the Brewers earlier this week. He is hitting .250 this spring, but has a .277 career batting average. Sources believe the Cubs...
2009 Los Angeles Dodgers Projection
April 06, 2009 by
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C Russell Martin.292 AVG, 14 HR, 78 RBI1B James Loney.297 AVG, 13 HR, 80 RBI2B Orlando Hudson.272 AVG, 8 HR, 57 RBI3B Casey Blake.262 AVG, 17 HR, 58 RBISS Rafael Furcal.283 AVG, 7 HR, 49 RBILF Manny Ramirez.299 AVG, 32 HR, 105 RBICF Matt Kemp.293 AVG, 17 HR, 78 RBIRF Andre Ethier.294...
Mets Join Sheffield Hunt
April 06, 2009 by
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UPDATE: MLB Network's Harold Reynolds is reporting that the Mets and Gary Sheffield have agreed to a deal.SI.com's Jon Heyman is reporting that the Mets have interest in free agent outfielder Gary Sheffield. Heyman says that Sheffield prefers the Mets because they have more...
Tigers May Shop Robertson
April 06, 2009 by
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Booth Newspapers is reporting that Tigers pitcher Nate Robertson feels his days as a Tiger are numbered. "The cycle of a player's time in an organization comes and goes, and maybe my time is nearing its end," he said. Robertson is extremely disappointed by his demotion...
2009 New York Yankees Projection
April 06, 2009 by
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DH Hideki Matsui.284 AVG, 17 HR, 75 RBIC Jorge Posada.273 AVG, 15 HR, 67 RBI1B Mark Teixeira.294 AVG, 38 HR, 122 RBI2B Robinson Cano.299 AVG, 17 HR, 83 RBI3B Alex Rodriguez.289 AVG, 24 HR, 85 RBISS Derek Jeter.303 AVG, 12 HR, 68 RBILF Johnny Damon.279 AVG, 14 HR, 63 RBICF Brett Gardner...
Orioles Have Interest In Fogg
April 06, 2009 by
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The Orioles reportedly have interest in right handed pitcher Josh Fogg, the Denver Post is reporting. Fogg's opt out date was Friday, but he can still opt out if he a team shows interest. The Orioles interest is "mild," but they may look to add Fogg considering they have...
Strasburg Update
April 06, 2009 by
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Top amateur prospect Stephen Strasburg improved to 6-0 last night, striking out six through six innings. He has lowered his ERA to 1.49 and now has 94 strikeouts in 48 1/3 innings. It would be big surprise if Strasburg was not selected first in the MLB Draft in June.This story was...
Reds Discussing Jenkins, Catalanotto
April 06, 2009 by
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John Fay of the Cincinatti Enquirer is reporting that the Reds are having internal discussions about possibly adding Geoff Jenkins or Frank Catalanotto. Either player would provide the veteran presence they need in the clubhouse and on the field. The roster won't be set till...
2009 Milwaukee Brewers Projection
April 06, 2009 by
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C Jason Kendall.259 AVG, 2 HR, 41 RBI1B Prince Fielder.282 AVG, 36 HR, 103 RBI2B Rickie Weeks.263 AVG, 16 HR, 56 RBI3B Bill Hall.248 AVG, 15 HR, 55 RBISS J.J. Hardy.280 AVG, 22 HR, 72 RBILF Ryan Braun.301 AVG, 42 HR, 111 RBICF Mike Cameron.240 AVG, 23 HR, 78 RBIRF Corey Hart.288 AVG...
Rockies Close In Hammel?
April 06, 2009 by
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AOL Fanhouse is reporting that the Rockies and Rays are working towards a deal that would send Jason Hammel to the Rockies for a minor league prospect. The prospect is expected to be from the Double-A level. Brandon Hynick, Keith Weiser, Adam Bright are all options, among others for the Rays.
2009 Oakland Athletics Projection
April 06, 2009 by
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DH Jack Cust.246 AVG, 29 HR, 78 RBIC Kurt Suzuki.275 AVG, 9 HR, 60 RBI1B Jason Giambi.242 AVG, 26 HR, 81 RBI2B Mark Ellis.258 AVG, 14 HR, 56 RBI3B Eric Chavez.252 AVG, 19 HR, 70 RBISS Orlando Cabrera.275 AVG, 9 HR, 66 RBILF Matt Holliday.294 AVG, 23 HR, 91 RBICF Ryan Sweeney.288 AVG...
2009 New York Mets Projection
April 06, 2009 by
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C Brian Schneider.245 AVG, 8 HR, 49 RBI1B Carlos Delgado.264 AVG, 32 HR, 106 RBI2B Luis Castillo.281 AVG, 3 HR, 34 RBI3B David Wright.312 AVG, 32 HR, 123 RBISS Jose Reyes.292 AVG, 13 HR, 66 RBILF Daniel Murphy.286 AVG, 15 HR, 69 RBI CF Carlos Beltran.277 AVG, 30 HR, 106 RBIRF...
Zimmerman, Nats Won't Talk During Season
April 06, 2009 by
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Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman told reporters that he would cut off negotiation talks when the season starts tomorrow. Zimmerman, who hit .283 with 14 HR last season, said that all he needs to worry about this season is helping the Nationals win. Zimmerman is a key piece to...
2009 Seattle Mariners Projection
April 06, 2009 by
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DH Ken Griffey Jr..256 AVG, 17 HR, 61 RBIC Kenji Johjima.258 AVG, 11 HR, 52 RBI1B Russell Branyan.238 AVG, 14 HR, 37 RBI2B Jose Lopez.284 AVG, 12 HR, 74 RBI3B Adrian Beltre.274 AVG, 23 HR, 88 RBISS Yuniesky Betancourt.283 AVG, 9 HR, 61 RBILF Endy Chavez.269 AVG, 2 HR, 32 RBICF Franklin...
Cubs Cut Gaudin, Option Samardzija
April 06, 2009 by
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After a spring where nothing went his way, Chad Gaudin was given his release from the Chicago Cubs. Gaudin, who had a 6.26 ERA in 24 games for the Cubs, gave up 19 earned runs in 16.1 innings pitched. He is 25, so he will probably get picked up really soon. The Rockies, Orioles, and...
Rockies Acquire Hammel
April 06, 2009 by
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The Rays have traded pitcher Jason Hammel to the Rockies for minor league pitcher Aneury Rodriguez. "It's a new start, and I'm ready to go," Hammel said. "I really didn't have a role there. I bounced back and forth. [The Rockies] traded for me, so they must...
2009 Philadelphia Phillies Projection
April 06, 2009 by
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C Carlos Ruiz.257 AVG, 6 HR, 43 RBI1B Ryan Howard.274 AVG, 43 HR, 128 RBI2B Chase Utley.298 AVG, 27 HR, 104 RBI3B Pedro Feliz.252 AVG, 18 HR, 68 RBISS Jimmy Rollins.283 AVG, 17 HR, 68 RBILF Raul Ibanez.285 AVG, 23 HR, 104 RBICF Shane Victorino.288 AVG, 11 HR, 52 RBIRF Jayson Werth...
Marlins Acquire Gload
April 02, 2009 by
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The Royals have traded first baseman Ross Gload to the Marlins for a player to be named later. Gload, who is hitting .280 in 22 games this spring, was drafted by the Marlins in the 13th round of 1997 amateur draft. Gload was beat out by Mike Jacobs for the starting job, something Gload...
Reds Interested In Sheffield
April 02, 2009 by
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Free agent outfielder Gary Sheffield, who was released by the Tigers on Tuesday, is drawing interest from the Reds. Reds manager Dusty Baker confirmed the teams interest, saying he plans to meet with Sheffield on Thursday. "We are going to talk," Reds general manager Walt...
Benson Breaks Rangers Rotation
April 01, 2009 by
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Out of baseball since 2006, Kris Benson has made the Rangers as a starter. Benson, who is 2-0 with a 4.76 ERA ERA in five games this spring, has a 4.34 career ERA in 8 major league seasons. Benson gives the Rangers veteran experience in a young rotation and could prove to be a valuable...
Marlins Trade For Penn
April 01, 2009 by
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The Marlins traded second baseman Robert Andino to the Orioles for pitcher Hayden Penn. Both Penn and Andino have long term upside, so it will be interesting to see how they adjust to the change. Both players were out minor league options, so it's safe to say that both Penn and...
Phillies Eye Sheffield
April 01, 2009 by
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The Philadelphia Inquirer is reporting that the Phillies have some interest in now free agent outfielder Gary Sheffield. Releasing Geoff Jenkins opens up a spot on the roster, possibly for Miguel Cairo, but it could go to Gary Sheffield if he is willing to sign quickly and at the right...
2009 Minnesota Twins Projection
April 01, 2009 by
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DH Jason Kubel.284 AVG, 18 HR, 72 RBIC Joe Mauer.316 AVG, 10 HR, 74 RBI1B Justin Morneau.288 AVG, 28 HR, 117 RBI2B Alexi Casilla.266 AVG, 5 HR, 54 RBI3B Joe Crede.252 AVG, 16 HR, 62 RBISS Nick Punto.255 AVG, 1 HR, 31 RBILF Delmon Young.298 AVG, 14 HR, 73 RBICF Carlos Gomez.272 AVG...
Cards' Glaus Suffers Setback
April 01, 2009 by
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Cardinals third baseman Troy Glaus has suffered a setback during his rehabilitation from shoulder surgery. Glaus was only expected to miss the first couple weeks of the season, but now will be reevaluated June 1st. Glaus, who hit .270 with 27 HR last season, will likely be replaced...
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