When Hideki Matsui signed with the Los Angeles Angels he made it clear that he wanted to do a little more than DH. Last year with the New York Yankees, Matsui didn’t see a single inning in the outfield because of knee problems. After a full season of resting his knees from the DH slot [...][...]
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March 2nd, 2010 - 12:33 am § in Baseball Commentary
Shin-Soo Choo Military Service
One of the Cleveland Indians rising young stars Shin-Soo Choo may have to report for South Korean military service ESPN reports. South Korea has two-year mandatory military service that must be completed by age 30 for all citizens. Choo has one chance to avoid service without damaging his reputation[...]
February 26th, 2010 - 11:10 pm § in Baseball Commentary
In Praise of Laziness: Morneau Relaxes
Justin Morneau used to be known for his intense training regime, but this year he’s taking it easy. In past years Morneau was always one of the first players to report and he was famous for his 7am batting drills. After last year’s injury problems, Morneau has decided it would be better [...]
February 26th, 2010 - 12:49 am § in Baseball Commentary
Texas Rangers Josh Hamilton X-Rays Negative
It looks like Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton‘s worst fears after injuring his shoulder in a fall while chasing down a fly ball were unfounded. An X-ray of his shoulder came up negative so the soreness should go away in short order. Hamilton has had an injury-filled season last year whe[...]
February 24th, 2010 - 10:04 pm § in Baseball Commentary
Derek Jeter Wants to Remain a Yankee
Derek Jeter’s plans for the future are abundantly clear. He wants to stay a Yankee and will not become a free agent or play with another team after his contract is up at the end of the 2010 season. Jeter’s agent is probably fretting about how much money it’s going to cost him becau[...]
February 22nd, 2010 - 11:53 pm § in Baseball Commentary
Damon Gets His Cash: Signs With Tigers
I must confess that I’m surprised that Damon was able to get 8 million out of the Tigers. There weren’t any other teams out there that had the budget to bid anywhere near that amount. Most of the reports were saying Damon was getting low-balled to the tune of about 2 million a year while[...]
February 18th, 2010 - 10:06 pm § in Baseball Commentary
Who will be fifth pitcher in the Yankees starting rotation?
The top of the Yankees rotation is set with CC Sabathia, AJ Burnett, Andy Pettitte and Javy Vazquez, but there’s a huge battle for the number five spot. Phil Hughes and Joba Chamberlain look to be the leading candidates, but watch out for dark horses like Chad Gaudin and Alfredo Aceves. The pr[...]
February 16th, 2010 - 9:09 pm § in Baseball Commentary
Bergesen Injures Shoulder While Filming Commercial
You know you’re going to have a disappointing season when… Pitcher Brad Bergesen of the Baltimore Orioles injured his shoulder while filming a promotional spot for the team. He missed the end of last season after being hit in the shin on a line drive at the end of July, so he hasn[...]
February 16th, 2010 - 1:26 am § in Baseball Commentary
Kings of Cheap and Arbitration: Tampa Bay Rays
There are two things that the Tampa Bay Rays know ho to do really well: be cheap, and win friends and influence on arbitration panels. The Rays demonstrated both winning their arbitration hearing with BJ Upton to go 5-0 and save themselves a whopping $300,000. Previous arbitration victories include [...]
Milton Bradley Blames the Cubs
Milton Bradley blames the Cubs for his struggles in Chicago saying unrealistic expectations and poor communication were the cause of his struggles. “Two years ago, I played, and I was good,” Bradley told The Times. “I go to Chicago, not good. I’ve been good my whole career. S[...]