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Feliz Declined
baseballmusings.com — The Phillies decided not to exercise the option on Pedro Feliz , although they may try to bring him back for less money. I like this move, as Feliz was the weak link in the Phillies offense. One good way to keep a team a champion is to take the weak link and replace him with someone better. ... (more) Feliz Declined
Do You Remember : Turk Wendell
nleastchatter.com — Well to state the obvious - baseball season is over and the hot stove has yet to really heat up for our beloved Mets. So I figured to help pass these long boring days that lie ahead of us (before pitchers and catchers finally report)that I would highlight a Mets player from yesteryear. He might ... (more) Do You Remember : Turk Wendell

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Stewart can't get going in Week 9
Reasoner's two assists lead to win
Feliz Declined
7 hours ago at baseballmusings.com
Kozlov still searching for goal
Do You Remember : Turk Wendell
10 hours ago at The Real Dirty Mets Blog
Will Craig Kimbrel be the Next Braves Closer?
rotoprofessor.com — The Braves always appear to be a team that is looking for a player to close out tight games. This season they used both Rafael Soriano and Mike Gonzalez, unable to settle on which would be the best solution to their problems. Could a long-term answer be sitting on their doorstep? (more) Will Craig Kimbrel be the Next Braves Closer?
The Secret of Mariano Rivera’s Success
baseballreflections.com — Image via Wikipedia He’s A Christian! But he wasn’t always a Christian, people never are…not from birth anyway. Furhtermore, there is a moment in every Christian’s life where they have made a choice to follow the path God has planned for them. For ... (more) The Secret of Mariano Rivera’s Success
Hudson to extend contract
braves.gearupforsports.com — After passing a physical, it appears that Tim Hudson is set to sign a three-year $27 million contract extension to stay in Atlanta . Hudson will undergo a MRI on his right elbow to finalize the extension. Hudson took a hometown discount to stay in Atlanta, despite being able to make ... (more) Hudson to extend contract
Hudson A Closer?
tylersarticles.blogspot.com — After re-signing Tim Hudson , the Atlanta Braves have a surplus of starting pitchers. Currently, Atlanta boasts six legitimate major league starters in its rotation: Derek Lowe, Jair Jurrjens, Javier Vasquez, Kenshi Kawakami and Hudson. The old adage is that teams can never have enough ... (more) Hudson A Closer?
Will The Braves Consider Hanson at Closer?
hardknoxsports.com — The Atlanta Braves could enter next season with six starters and there is talk that the Braves might trade one of the starters for an outfielder. The Braves are in desperate need of some power in the outfield, but the problem is that nobody will want to absorb Derrick Lowe's ridiculous ... (more) Will The Braves Consider Hanson at Closer?
A review of the Braves arbitration eligible players
A review of the Braves arbitration eligible players
tireball.com — Manager Bobby Cox has said that the Braves shouldn’t give up on Kelly Johnson but going by Johnson’s career trend which is similar to Giles can the Braves take a gamble of $3.4 million for a guy that could spend all season on the bench? Sure the idea has been floated that the Braves could trade John (more) A review of the Braves arbitration eligible players
Rotation reconstruction leads to surplus and maybe a trade
Rotation reconstruction leads to surplus and maybe a trade
mlbnotebook.com — Tim Hudson's three-year contract extension appears to be done with the formal announcement being the only remaining step in the process. The extension keeps Hudson in a Braves uniform until 2012. With Hudson returning to the Braves, his contract extension means Braves GM Frank Wren will continue ... (more) Rotation reconstruction leads to surplus and maybe a trade
Hudson passes physical, extension with Braves all but official
Hudson passes physical, extension with Braves all but official
bases.nbcsports.com — Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports that Tim Hudson "has passed his physical and essentially made his three-year contract extension a done deal." Unlike the Rays and Pirates with yesterday's Akinori Iwamura-for-Jesse Chavez trade the Braves will likely ... (more) Hudson passes physical, extension with Braves all but ...
Braves Sign Scott Proctor
mlbtraderumors.com — The Braves signed reliever Scott Proctor to a split contract, according to Mike Graham of TCPalm.com (hat tip to Talking Chop ). (more) Braves Sign Scott Proctor
Braves, Hudson Get It Done
Braves, Hudson Get It Done
novafantasysports.com — Update: Although it has been understood that Tim Hudson would be back in Atlanta for over a week now, it is now official....almost. The Braves and their veteran right-hander have agreed on a 3 yr/$27 mil deal pending an MRI on his elbow. Hudson told David O'Brien of the Atlanta ... (more) Braves, Hudson Get It Done
Morning Notes: Lilly, Delgado, Proctor
Morning Notes: Lilly, Delgado, Proctor
mlbnotebook.com — Ted Lilly underwent surgery on his throwing shoulder, and will probably miss the first few weeks of the 2010 season. Not good for the Cubs, who have questions inside their rotation. Marty Noble of MLB.com believes the Mets don't have roon for Carlos Delgado, and the only front office member who ... (more) Morning Notes: Lilly, Delgado, Proctor
Braves sign reliever Scott Proctor, agent says
ajc.com — The Braves signed veteran reliever Scott Proctor to a one-year contract on Wednesday, according to his agent. (more) Braves sign reliever Scott Proctor, agent says
And That Happened: World Series
And That Happened: World Series
hardballtimes.com — Yankees 7, Phillies 3 : Champs. You saw it, so no need for me to describe it. I'll just offer some observations: Andy Pettitte was gutsy and successful. Pedro, while unsuccessful, was just as gutsy. He certainly knew before anyone -- and probably well before the game started -- that he ... (more) And That Happened: World Series
James Predicts Big Year For Heyward
James Predicts Big Year For Heyward
hardknoxsports.com — If you enjoy baseball statistics, then you know Bill James' work. He is a senior adviser for the Boston Red Sox and has written plenty of books involving baseball statistics. James' latest predictions are out and he predicts a big year for Atlanta Braves' rookie outfielder Jason Heyward . ... (more) James Predicts Big Year For Heyward
When the Yankees clinched the World Series at home?
When the Yankees clinched the World Series at home?
baseballindepth.com — World Series that Yankees have clinched at home since 1952 (won 12 W.S. and Lost 9 since '52): 1953 Brooklyn Dodgers (4-3) 1977 L.A. Dodgers (4-2) 1996 Atlanta Braves (4-2) 1999 Atlanta Braves (4-0) (more) When the Yankees clinched the World Series at home?
Hudson set to extend contract with Braves
Hudson set to extend contract with Braves
mlb.mlb.com — Tim Hudson has passed his physical and now may only have to wait for the conclusion of the World Series to have the Braves formally announce his three-year extension. (more) Hudson set to extend contract with Braves
Atlanta Braves sign reliever Scott Proctor
Atlanta Braves sign reliever Scott Proctor
talkingchop.com — Here is the scoop from TCPalm's (regional Florida newspaper) website : Pitcher Scott Proctor will return to the mound in 2010. Proctor, the Martin County native, has reached an agreement with the Atlanta Braves on a one-year contract for the ... (more) Atlanta Braves sign reliever Scott Proctor
Hudson passes physical
markbowman.mlblogs.com — Tim Hudson has passed his physical and essentially made his three-year contract extension a done deal.  But the Braves may wait until the conclusion of the World Series to formally make this announcement. Hudson and the Braves agreed to the... (more) Hudson passes physical
Pitcher Scott Proctor, a Martin County native, signs with Atlanta Braves
Pitcher Scott Proctor, a Martin County native, signs with Atlanta Braves
tcpalm.com — Pitcher Scott Proctor will return to the mound in 2010. Proctor, the Martin County native, has reached an agreement with the Atlanta Braves on a one-year contract for the 2010 season, according to Proctor's Palm City-based agent Mark Rodgers. Proctor ... (more) Pitcher Scott Proctor, a Martin County native, signs ...
Atlanta Braves with David O'Brien
blogs.ajc.com — A few simple predictions for 2010 about the players we know will be here. Just for kicks. Escobar will explode into one of the top offensive shortstops in baseball with a .300+ AVG, 40+ doubles and 20+ homers. Medlen will be lights out with a sub-3.00 ... (more) Atlanta Braves with David O'Brien
The Sports Bank goes to Washington!!!
The Sports Bank goes to Washington!!!
thesportsbank.net — By Paul M. Banks “Washington, news-wise, is the center of the universe at the moment,” said New York Times Editor Bill Keller, in a piece “the paper of record” published earlier this week. With that in mind, I am now taking my writing/reporting/blogging to an ... (more) The Sports Bank goes to Washington!!!
Prospect Video: Kyle Allen, SP, Mets
scoutingthesally.com — Kyle Allen was one of the most promising pitchers I had the chance to see this season. Included is an at bat featuring Braves outfield prospect Adam Milligan. Click here for a detailed scouting report on Allen. (more) Prospect Video: Kyle Allen, SP, Mets
 Longtime GM Bruce Baldwin Steps Down From His Position With The Gwinnett Braves
Longtime GM Bruce Baldwin Steps Down From His Position With The Gwinnett Braves
thegmsperspective.com — After 23 seasons as the general manager of the Richmond Braves / Gwinnett Braves, Bruce Baldwin is relinquishing his position. “I love this organization, but I love my family more and they’re back in Richmond,” said Baldwin. “I’m thrilled I will be back with my family full time and that I can ... (more) Longtime GM Bruce Baldwin Steps Down From His Position ...
Jeff Francoeur Has Successful Surgery
Jeff Francoeur Has Successful Surgery
metsmerizedonline.com — On Monday, Jeff Francoeur underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb. The following is the official press release from the Mets: New York Mets rightfielder Jeff Francoeur today underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the collateral ligament in ... (more) Jeff Francoeur Has Successful Surgery
LaRoche may not be in Atlanta's plan
LaRoche may not be in Atlanta's plan
metsfever.blogspot.com — I think Adam LaRoche would be the perfect fit for this team at 1B, the 29 y/o left handed hitting 1B is a solid defender with a decent power stroke. LaRoche has hit 20 or more homeruns in all but his first season and in three of his six seasons he has hit 25 or more homeruns. For Citi Field ... (more) LaRoche may not be in Atlanta's plan
Chance Veazey to go to Shepherd Center in Atlanta
Chance Veazey to go to Shepherd Center in Atlanta
thecollegebaseballblog.com — I reported last week that Georgia freshman infielder Chance Veazey got into a motor vehicle... Visit The College Baseball Blog for the Full Story (more) Chance Veazey to go to Shepherd Center in Atlanta
Francoeur has successful surgery
Francoeur has successful surgery
theropolitans.com — Via the Mets… Francoeur today underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the collateral ligament in his left thumb. The surgery was performed in Atlanta by Dr. Gary Lourie . Following the surgery, Lourie and Mets Medical Director Dr. David Altchek of the Hospital for Special Surgery in ... (more) Francoeur has successful surgery
Wren explores Braves' offseason needs
mlb.mlb.com — By Mark Bowman / MLB.com 11/02/09 7:10 PM EST ATLANTA -- As Braves general manager Frank Wren prepares for the 2010 season, he finds himself dealing with the surplus created by last year's successful rotation-reconstruction process and facing the ... (more) Wren explores Braves' offseason needs
Baseball America releases their top-10 Braves prospects
talkingchop.com — We get the second list this off-season of Atlanta Braves prospects, this one from Baseball America : Jason Heyward , of Freddie Freeman , 1b Julio Teheran, rhp Mike Minor, lhp Craig Kimbrel, rhp Christian Bethancourt, c Randall ... (more) Baseball America releases their top-10 Braves prospects
Atlanta Braves join race for Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman - MLB - SI.com
Atlanta Braves join race for Cuban defector Aroldis Chapman - MLB - SI.com
sportsillustrated.cnn.com — Add one more team to an already long list of suitors for Cuban lefthander Aroldis Chapman. The Atlanta Braves are the latest team seeking to meet with Chapman's agent, two sources told SI.com. Though an exact date, time and location for a meeting have ... (more) Atlanta Braves join race for Cuban defector Aroldis ...
Frenchy surgery on Monday
nydailynews.com — Jeff Francoeur's surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb will take place Monday morning. Francoeur originally suffered the injury Aug. 23 against Philadelphia while making a diving catch the half-inning before he hit into a game-ending ... (more) Frenchy surgery on Monday
Should the Braves Trade Javier Vazquez?
Should the Braves Trade Javier Vazquez?
jorgesaysno.blogspot.com — With word coming down yesterday that the Braves and Tim Hudson have come to terms on a contract extension , the Braves officially have a surplus of starting pitching. In addition to Hudson, the Braves have Jair Jurrjens , Tommy Hanson, Derek Lowe, ... (more) Should the Braves Trade Javier Vazquez?
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-01-09
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-01-09
nleastchatter.com — Wow so November is finally upon us. It just feels so foreign to me to have the World Series end during the month of the turkeys !!! But hey in my opinion there are two turkeys in this World Series so I guess it is par for the course . Anyway …. Here comes the INFAMY !!!!  ... (more) This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-01-09
Offseason Outlook: Atlanta Braves
mlbtraderumors.com — Next up in our Offseason Outlook series , the Braves. Their likely commitments for 2010: C - Brian McCann - $5.5MM C - Dave Ross - $1.6MM 1B - 2B - Martin Prado - $415K SS - Yunel Escobar - $425K 3B - Chipper Jones - $13MM IF - Kelly Johnson - ... (more) Offseason Outlook: Atlanta Braves
Paging Roy Clark
natsfarm.com — Keith Law has the following item over at ESPN’s MLB rumors The Atlanta Braves have fired Tom Battista amidst a number of changes to the club’s scouting department, ESPN Insider’s Keith Law has learned. Battista served as the club’s regional crosschecker and is ... (more) Paging Roy Clark
Hudson adds to Braves' depth
espn.go.com — Does anyone have a deeper group of starting pitchers than the Atlanta Braves? As David O'Brien reports, it looks like Tim Hudson will soon re-up for a... (more) Hudson adds to Braves' depth
Phillies trying to end World Series drought
Phillies trying to end World Series drought
hardballtimes.com — Ya gotta believe : The last time the Philadelphia Phillies brought a World Series title back to the City of Brotherly Love, the nation’s financial sector was in complete ruin, the cost of a gallon of milk was only $2.74, fans watched the Fall Classic while huddled around their ... (more) Phillies trying to end World Series drought
Adding Hudson means subtracting who?
Adding Hudson means subtracting who?
tireball.com — The Braves have three pitchers who are on the trade block this winter. For the money owed to Lowe, the success of Vazquez last season versus his track record and the uncertainty that Kawakami is a 30-plus start pitcher in the majors it figures to be an interesting winter for the Braves. (more) Adding Hudson means subtracting who?
Did Javier Vasquez Just Become Expendable?
Did Javier Vasquez Just Become Expendable?
metsmerizedonline.com — Last month, a team source for the San Diego Padres told me he believed that the Atlanta Braves will try to trade Javier Vasquez in the off season according to some rumblings around the league. I really didn’t give it much thought at the time because I didn’t really see any ... (more) Did Javier Vasquez Just Become Expendable?
Tim Hudson and the Braves: done deal
Tim Hudson and the Braves: done deal
bases.nbcsports.com — Well, not quite officially done because Selig basically tells the teams not to announce these sorts of things during the Series, but as Aaron said on Monday, the Braves and Tim Hudson were talking, and now they have all but... (more) Tim Hudson and the Braves: done deal
No time to panic, Yankees fans
No time to panic, Yankees fans
bases.nbcsports.com — Here's the situation: your team is unable to do anything against a Cy Young caliber pitcher.  Your ace gave up two home runs to the same guy on the other team.  Your bullpen was less than stellar. You've now lost the... (more) No time to panic, Yankees fans
Atlanta and Hudson Near Extension
fangraphs.com — Two weeks ago it appeared Tim Hudson was on his way to the land of free agents; however, Ken Rosenthal is now reporting that the 34-year-old has agreed in principle to a three-year extension worth roughly nine million per season. The deal makes sense ... (more) Atlanta and Hudson Near Extension
Hudson To Ink Three-Year Extension
mlbtraderumors.com — According to FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal , veteran right-hander Tim Hudson is expected to sign a three-year extension with the Braves by the end of this week. " It will be a shocker if something doesn't get finished in the next three or four days ... (more) Hudson To Ink Three-Year Extension
BREAKING NEWS: CAN THE METS FINALLY GET LOWE…VAZQUEZ?
BREAKING NEWS: CAN THE METS FINALLY GET LOWE…VAZQUEZ?
nleastchatter.com — According to Ken Rosenthal , Tim Hudson is close to signing a 3 year extension with the braves. Ken believes that this may open the door for the Braves to trade either Derek Lowe or Javier Vazquez in search of a bat. The Mets could use either one of these guys to compliment Santana in our ... (more) BREAKING NEWS: CAN THE METS FINALLY GET LOWE…VAZQUEZ?
Tim Hudson nears contract extension with Braves
Tim Hudson nears contract extension with Braves
talkingchop.com — As reported by Ken Rosenthal and Mark Bowman, the Atlanta Braves are closing in on a three-year contract extension with starting pitcher Tim Hudson . A source familiar with the negotiations said Wednesday night that Tim Hudson could be just a few ... (more) Tim Hudson nears contract extension with Braves
Braves Score With Hudson Extension
Braves Score With Hudson Extension
tylersarticles.blogspot.com — According to the Atlanta Journal Constitution , the Atlanta Braves and right-handed pitcher are close to agreeing to terms on a three-year, $27-M deal. This is great news for the Braves. I will try to keep the analysis brief here in between watching Cliff Lee shut down the New York Yankees, ... (more) Braves Score With Hudson Extension
Hudson and Braves close to deal
ajc.com — Pitcher Tim Hudson is expected to sign a three-year contract extension with the Braves by early next week, a person familiar with negotiations said. (more) Hudson and Braves close to deal
Hudson nearing extension
markbowman.mlblogs.com — A source familiar with the negotiations said Wednesday night that Tim Hudson could be just a few days away from agreeing from the three-year contract extension that the Braves have offered. "It's getting pretty close," said this source, who added... (more) Hudson nearing extension
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