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It's just about time for everybody to realize that Padres fans are everywhere. You root for the Red Sox? The Yankees? The Cubs? Too easy. Being a Padres fan... Now that's something.

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Created: 4/2/2007

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Odds & Ends: Indians, Takahashi, Hernandez
mlbtraderumors.com — Some Sunday night links: In his latest mailbag, Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer writes that the Indians are in the hunt for a first baseman that hits right-handed, in the event that Matt LaPorta isn't healthy by Opening Day. Patrick ... (more) Odds & Ends: Indians, Takahashi, Hernandez
Heath Bell Dings His Old Boss
sonsofstevegarvey.com — Turns out Padres closer Heath Bell has some opinions on Padres management. From the Boston Herald (via MLBTR ): Personable Padres closer Heath Bell was in Boston recently for a Reebok event and he laid out his hopes for new general manager Jed Hoyer, formerly an assistant with the Red Sox.  ... (more) Heath Bell Dings His Old Boss
Report: Lowell on Trade Block
Report: Lowell on Trade Block
soxanddawgs.com — It looks like it’s going to be another unsettling offseason for Boston Red Sox third baseman Mike Lowell. According to a report on FOXSports.com , the Red Sox have put Mike Lowell on the trade block and are willing to pay half of the remaining $12 million left on his contract for ... (more) Report: Lowell on Trade Block
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Padres Nation Forum: ready for spring training?

Been ready since end of the AFC Championship game.  I think the Padres have a good shot at taking the division again and I can't wait to see if Mark Prior can return to form.

Padres Nation Forum: Bonds nonsense

I have no idea.  The Padres are probably the single worst fit for Bonds in all of MLB.  Bonds' fielding has deteriorated and his knees can't hold up playing full time in the field.  PetCo has a particularly expansive outfield where fielding is at a premium.  San Diego hates Bonds. PetCo was practically designed to hamper Barry Bonds personally. 

Padres Nation Forum: Bonds nonsense

I just don't see Bonds coming back period. He can't field anymore, most of his time will be spent in court and I just don't see anyone wanting to take on his problems without the guarantee of a return on their investment. I would almost put money on Bonds not even playing this year. He might as well retire while ...

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Kelly Gruber, The Greatest Jays 3B of All
Kelly Gruber, The Greatest Jays 3B of All
mopupduty.com — I am not ashamed to admit it. Kelly Gruber is my favourite position player for the Toronto Blue Jays of all time. According to my baseball card, Gruber was “hard nosed and a fine athlete.” Kelly was a 5 tool player who played 6 positions. The following is my profile on the Greatest Blue Jays 3B. (more) Kelly Gruber, The Greatest Jays 3B of All
Adding More Instant Replay in Baseball
Adding More Instant Replay in Baseball
baseballreflections.com — Image by Scott Ableman via Flickr Rumors and anecdotes have persisted regarding the declining quality of umpiring at the Major League level. The 2009 playoffs brought that discussion into sharp focus. Starting with the one-game playoff between Minnesota and ... (more) Adding More Instant Replay in Baseball
Amazing Race Season 15 Episode 10
Amazing Race Season 15 Episode 10
uncommonsportsman.com — Team Gay Brothers steal cabs! View full size photo » The final four teams left Estonia on their way to Prague.  Team Interracial immediately made a poor decision.  Instead of using a taxi they ... (more) Amazing Race Season 15 Episode 10