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MLB Exec: Moneyball is a Flop
MLB Exec: Moneyball is a Flop
nybaseballdigest.com — In a week where war over WAR broke out at NYBD, I spoke to Vince Gennaro of... Diamond Dollars , and the sabr community again doesn’t get my position on the utilization of statistics NYBD reached out to a MLB executive to see his thoughts on moneyball and advanced metrics. Mind you this is ... (more) MLB Exec: Moneyball is a Flop
Black Friday Baseball Bargains
Black Friday Baseball Bargains
fenwaywest.com — Here are a few players the Red Sox could pick up on the cheap today to fill... in some holes. Shortstops: Alex Cora - SS a guy that would be welcomed back to Boston Khalil Green -SS mental issues make his price very affordable Gary Sheffield -LF with Bay and Holliay getting all the ... (more) Black Friday Baseball Bargains
All-Aughts Team of the Decade bench IF: Alex Cora
All-Aughts Team of the Decade bench IF: Alex Cora
firebrandal.com — Can’t have a team of the decade without a bench, right? Ever since Nomar left midway through... 2004, the shortstop position has been a revolving door. Second base was inconsistent between Marty Barrett and Dustin Pedroia. And last year, even the backup infield position was in flux, ... (more) All-Aughts Team of the Decade bench IF: Alex Cora
Francoeur under the knife
Francoeur under the knife
theropolitans.com — Jeff Francoeur , who tore a ligament in his left thumb this season, had surgery to repair... the ligament this morning, according to Adam Rubin . Francoeur, who I believe the Mets will re-sign, even if I don’t want them to, injured the thumb making a diving catch against Philadelphia.  Rubin ... (more) Francoeur under the knife
Alex Gonzalez: Another Short Stop in Boston
Alex Gonzalez: Another Short Stop in Boston
boston.sportsthenandnow.com — Alex Gonzalez gave the Sox reliable defense and a little pop in his bat. If I told... you that the Red Sox and A-Gon were making some headlines in the Hot Stove column, your eyes would more than likely light up, thinking that the “A-Gon” that I was referring to was Adrian ... (more) Alex Gonzalez: Another Short Stop in Boston
Back-up middle infielder situation...
Back-up middle infielder situation...
metsfever.blogspot.com — James Kannengieser of Amazin Ave. posted a great article on Alex Cora . I couldn't agree more... with James in that Cora simply doesn't bring enough to the table for what he cost. Cora has great intangibles and I'm sure he's going to be a very good coach but at 2M or more the talent he brings to ... (more) Back-up middle infielder situation...
Alex Cora Fascination
amazinavenue.com — Maybe people are sick of reading about the intangibles topic but it is one that continues to... fascinate me.  Adam Rubin's late season report that Alex Cora will likely be re-signed and subsequent fan support for bringing back Cora is the latest ... (more) Alex Cora Fascination
Cora, Martinez file on Day 2
nydailynews.com — Third-nine players filed for free agency on Friday, including Alex Cora and Ramon Martinez . It's Day... 2 of the 15-day period in which eligible players may give notice of their election of free agency. To date, 118 players have filed for free ... (more) Cora, Martinez file on Day 2
Mets Exercise Option On Pelfrey And Some Thoughts
Mets Exercise Option On Pelfrey And Some Thoughts
metsmerizedonline.com — There was a flurry of minor moves yesterday regarding the Mets, as the free agent filing period... continues to move forward. Former Mets who have officially filed now include Brian Schneider, Carlos Delgado, Alex Cora and Ramon Martinez. I believe that out of that group, at least one of ... (more) Mets Exercise Option On Pelfrey And Some Thoughts
Wilson Valdez becomes a Philly...
Wilson Valdez becomes a Philly...
metsfever.blogspot.com — I have to admit I was a big supporter of Wilson Valdez, he was a solid defensive... back-up at 2B/SS and had a great arm. Valdez was an all glove no bat but I believe you need a defensive infielder like that in case of injuries or if you have a poor fielder, you can bring them in late in a game ... (more) Wilson Valdez becomes a Philly...
Ruben Gotay Back On the Radar
Ruben Gotay Back On the Radar
metstoday.com — Anyone remember Ruben Gotay? He was in the midst of being the Mets’ version of Robinson Cano... a few years back, but was curiously hated repressed by then-manager Willie Randolph (and undervalued by Marty Noble ). Willie valued defense at ... (more) Ruben Gotay Back On the Radar
Four file for free agency
theropolitans.com — Four 2009 Mets have filed for free agency in the two days after the World Series. Carlos... Delgado and Brian Schneider filed on day one.  Alex Cora and Ramon Martinez filed on day two. Of those four, Cora is the only one possibly returning. [[ Home || Twitter || E-mail ]] (more) Four file for free agency
Link: Rubin chock full of info
Link: Rubin chock full of info
theropolitans.com — Adam Rubin’s latest blog post is teeming with info from day one of the GM Meetings in... Chicago. In brief… Matt Holliday and Jason Bay are likely too expensive. Mike Cameron is a longshot. The Mets really want to trade Luis Castillo . The free agent catching market is terrible. The ... (more) Link: Rubin chock full of info