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Ben Sheets or Justin Duchscherer?
Ben Sheets or Justin Duchscherer?
zellspinstripeblog.com — Now that we know where Roy Halladay, Cliff Lee and John Lackey will be playing baseball in... 2010, it’s time to look at the best options that the Yankees have not named Chien-Ming Wang. The best free agent options the Yankees have are Justin Duchscherer and Ben Sheets. Let’s ... (more) Ben Sheets or Justin Duchscherer?
Lackey takes a physical for the Red Sox, indicating that he is close to a deal
Lackey takes a physical for the Red Sox, indicating that he is close to a deal
zellspinstripeblog.com — From Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports: Free-agent right-hander John Lackey underwent a physical Monday with the Red... Sox, an indication that he is close to an agreement with the team, according to a major-league source.<!– var userStatus='vote'; // if this poll is the one ... (more) Lackey takes a physical for the Red Sox, indicating that ...

Ben Sheets Latest Blog Posts

Ben Sheets or Justin Duchscherer?
26 minutes ago at Zell's Pinstripe Blog
Lackey takes a physical for the Red Sox, indicating that he is close to a deal
9 hours ago at Zell's Pinstripe Blog
Depends on what your definition of is, is
12 hours ago at The LoHud Yankees Blog
Wang may not sign until May
12 hours ago at The Yankee Universe
The Yankees sniff around Ben Sheets, Justin Duchscherer
13 hours ago at Circling The Bases
Whaddya know: Yanks eyeing Sheets & Duke
itsaboutthemoney.net — Waaaay back on November 24th, I was looking at possible end-of-rotation candidates , particularly those coming off... injuries who could get back to their winning ways. I prefaced the posting with these assumptions, all of which appear to be true so ... (more) Whaddya know: Yanks eyeing Sheets & Duke
Yankees eyeing Sheets, Duchscherer
Yankees eyeing Sheets, Duchscherer
lennysyankees.com — Mark Feinsand is reporting Brian Cashman is looking into picking up one more starter — namely Ben... Sheets or Justin Duchscherer — to allow him to move either Joba Chamberlain or Phil Hughes back to the bullpen. In regards to my poll, I believe the Yankees first order of business is picking ... (more) Yankees eyeing Sheets, Duchscherer
Yanks Still Want More Pitching, Eying Duchscherer
Yanks Still Want More Pitching, Eying Duchscherer
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — From Mark Feinsand : Even after bringing back Andy Pettitte and tendering contracts to Chad Gaudin and... Sergio Mitre, the Yankees are looking for more pitching. ... While Cashman continues to monitor the Roy Halladay situation in Toronto, the general manager is looking at a couple of pitchers ... (more) Yanks Still Want More Pitching, Eying Duchscherer
Feinsand: Cashman Looking at Justin Duchscherer
yanksblog.com — Mark Feinsand of the Daily News reports that Brian Cashman is considering free agent pitchers Justin Duchscherer... and Ben Sheets, which we already knew. Sheets may be too rich for the Yankees. Feinsand says he's looking for an $11-$12 million do... (more) Feinsand: Cashman Looking at Justin Duchscherer
Ben Sheets Deserves More Attention
mlbbabble.com — The author discusses the free agency of Ben Sheets.... (more) Ben Sheets Deserves More Attention
New York Yankees eye Justin Duchscherer and Ben Sheets to potentially fill in rotation
New York Yankees eye Justin Duchscherer and Ben Sheets to potentially fill in rotation
nydailynews.com — Even after bringing back Andy Pettitte and tendering contracts to Chad Gaudin and Sergio Mitre , the... Yankees are looking for more pitching. Brian Cashman is looking to add at least one more starter from outside the organization to a rotation that ... (more) New York Yankees eye Justin Duchscherer and Ben Sheets ...
Sheets Could Be An Option For Yanks
Sheets Could Be An Option For Yanks
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — From Marc Carig : Cashman has spoken to the agent of pitcher Ben Sheets, who fit the... Yankees’ stated goal of addressing their starting pitching options for the 2010 rotation. “It’s a short list and that list seems to be pricey right now,” Cashman said of his team’s interest in starting pitchers. ... (more) Sheets Could Be An Option For Yanks
New Poll Question: Which reclamation project is the best investment for the Sox this offseason?
New Poll Question: Which reclamation project is the best investment for the Sox this offseason?
firebrandal.com — It’s a gamble, but which reclamation project is the best investment for the Sox this offseason? Justin... Duchscherer Kelvim Escobar Ben Sheets Of these three, who will be back in form in 2010, and who will have a Mike Tyson style comback? Previous Poll results: If it ... (more) New Poll Question: Which reclamation project is the best ...
Rangers meet with agent for Ben Sheet
trsullivan.mlblogs.com — The Rangers have met with Casey Close to discuss free agent pitcher Ben Sheets. He may still... be a tough sign, even though he missed all of last year with a torn flexor tendon in his right elbow that required surgery. In any case, he's not likely to ... (more) Rangers meet with agent for Ben Sheet
Cleveland May Skip Weak Free Agent Market
Cleveland May Skip Weak Free Agent Market
ontariostreet.blogspot.com — Cleveland is looking for a veteran starter, but is there anyone affordable that's worth signing?... (more) Cleveland May Skip Weak Free Agent Market
Andy Pettitte and Yankees Reach An Agreement
Andy Pettitte and Yankees Reach An Agreement
zellspinstripeblog.com — According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Yankees and Andy Pettitte have reached an... agreement on a one year deal , worth $11.75 million. As mentioned in the past, this was Brian Cashman’s number one priority this offseason. Now, the Yankees don’t have to act in ... (more) Andy Pettitte and Yankees Reach An Agreement
Hot Stove: Hideki Matsui, Rule 5, Rafael Soriano, Ben Sheets
yanksblog.com — Hideki Matsui: MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports that Brian Cashman has met with Hideki Matsui's agent, Arn Tellem.... He said that the meeting was &quot;informative,&quot; but that if Godzilla was to return to the Bronx, it would be as a designated hitter only. Ni... (more) Hot Stove: Hideki Matsui, Rule 5, Rafael Soriano, Ben Sheets
Twitter / Joel Sherman: Ben Sheets rep, Casey Clos ...
Twitter / Joel Sherman: Ben Sheets rep, Casey Clos ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! Ben Sheets rep, Casey Close, to meet with #Mets , #Yankees among... others about 4 hours ago from mobile web nyp_joelsherman Joel Sherman Footer 2009 Twitter About Us Contact Blog Status Goodies API Business Help ... (more) Twitter / Joel Sherman: Ben Sheets rep, Casey Clos ...
Pettitte Rejects Yanks' Initial Offer?
mlbtraderumors.com — 10:47am: Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News has a source saying no official offer has... been made to Pettitte, but a contract north of $10MM will be proposed today. 8:46am: Talks between the Yanks and Pettitte are expected to pick up this ... (more) Pettitte Rejects Yanks' Initial Offer?
Sources: Pettitte Plans 2010 Return; Rejects Opening Offer from Yankees
yanksblog.com — ESPN.com reports that, according to a source, Andy Pettitte has decided to return for his sixteenth season... and, as expected, his preference is the Yankees. According to Joel Sherman at the Post, the team has already made an offer to him, in th... (more) Sources: Pettitte Plans 2010 Return; Rejects Opening ...
Off the Field News ... On the Field Cubs Rumors
Off the Field News ... On the Field Cubs Rumors
chicagocubsonline.com — As the baseball world descends on Indianapolis ahead of the Winter Meetings that begin on Monday, the... Chicago Cubs made a few off the field headlines on Friday. From Spring Training to ticket prices to a facelift for the old scoreboard , there were several tidbits to come out of the offices ... (more) Off the Field News ... On the Field Cubs Rumors
New York Yankee notes: The Boss, and Ben Sheets
New York Yankee notes: The Boss, and Ben Sheets
pinstripealley.com — All over the Inter-Google today, reporters and bloggers are making a big fuss over the fact that... aging owner George Steinbrenner actually attended the New York Yankees organizational meetings Thursday. The only writer I read this morning who actually had a unique take on Steinbrenner's ... (more) New York Yankee notes: The Boss, and Ben Sheets
Starting 9 -- Looking for an offseason bargain?
Starting 9 -- Looking for an offseason bargain?
sports.espn.go.com — Ben Sheets Jeff Hanisch/US Presswire Ben Sheets sat out all of 2009 to recover from surgery and... to be ready for the start of 2010. (more) Starting 9 -- Looking for an offseason bargain?
Free Agent Evaluation: High Reward Starting Pitchers
Free Agent Evaluation: High Reward Starting Pitchers
metstoday.com — Anyone who watched the Mets in 2009 knows that after Johan Santana, there was a large hole... in the starting rotation. The Mets desperately needed a #2 starter, and some would argue they didn’t have anyone worthy of being deemed a #3. But ... (more) Free Agent Evaluation: High Reward Starting Pitchers
Hot Stove 2009: What about Ben Sheets?
Hot Stove 2009: What about Ben Sheets?
zellspinstripeblog.com — This offseason Yankees fans are wondering how much they’d have to fork over for Doc Halladay or... how many years and millions John Lackey would command. Though there is a dark horse candidate lurking in the background that many Yankees fans might not think is on the radar. According to ... (more) Hot Stove 2009: What about Ben Sheets?
Report: Red Sox to target free agent Harden
bases.nbcsports.com — A major league source told FOXSports.com that the Red Sox are serious about pursuing free agent Rich... Harden. Given the Red Sox tendency to favor upside over stability when it comes to short-term deals for pitchers, Harden always figured to... (more) Report: Red Sox to target free agent Harden
Top 5 Low/High Risk 2009/2010 Free Agent Starters
Top 5 Low/High Risk 2009/2010 Free Agent Starters
baseballreflections.com — Image by SD Dirk via Flickr The market for starting pitchers is perhaps the most interesting, and... arguably the most important market heading into any offseason. While casual baseball fans were given a crash course on Type A and B free agents last year, as there were some very ... (more) Top 5 Low/High Risk 2009/2010 Free Agent Starters
Ben Sheets to Flushing Please, Now!
Ben Sheets to Flushing Please, Now!
metscitiblog.com — Yes, I know he has some injury issues.  I also know the guy is a number one... when healthy.  Bart Hubbuch from the Post has a confirmed source from MLB that says the Mets will take a look at Ben Sheets as a lower cost add to the rotation.  I love this play.  Much like ... (more) Ben Sheets to Flushing Please, Now!
Gammons' Latest: Yankees, Tigers, Chapman
mlbtraderumors.com — Phil Hughes and Joba Chamberlain will come to Spring Training as starters, but the Yankees haven't ruled... out a run at John Lackey, Ben Sheets, or another starter. The feeling inside the organization is that the payroll will be scaled back a bit. (more) Gammons' Latest: Yankees, Tigers, Chapman
Orioles Looking At Veteran Starters
Orioles Looking At Veteran Starters
mysportsrumors.com — Currently the Baltimore Orioles are going into the 2010 with a promising four-man rotation, with Jeremy Guthrie... as the ace and three young guys behind him. The problems are that the guys are all young and it’s also a four-man rotation. The promise those guys bring thou have the Orioles ... (more) Orioles Looking At Veteran Starters
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
Ben Sheets Anyone?
Ben Sheets Anyone?
risingapple.com — Check out this nugget by beat man Bart Hubbuch in today’s NY Post. I know we’ve all... seen what Ben Sheets is capable of but we’ve also seen how injury-prone the 31-year old righty is. Sheets missed the entire 2009 season after ... (more) Ben Sheets Anyone?
How About Eliminating Pitcher Won/Loss Record?
How About Eliminating Pitcher Won/Loss Record?
nybaseballdigest.com — Just mentioned this in the comments section and wanted to expand on this thought. With all the... arguments about advanced statistics and how to evaluate a pitcher why not just eliminate the W/L column? That’s right just take the stat and throw it in the garbage. Even I have to admit that ... (more) How About Eliminating Pitcher Won/Loss Record?
Clearing up the Ben Sheets stuff
Clearing up the Ben Sheets stuff
theropolitans.com — Yesterday, I posted a little tidbit about the Mets and  free agent Ben Sheets .  I included... some Twitter responses as well.  And Kerel Cooper even posted a video response . Let me clear something up on my stance regarding Sheets… Sheets, when healthy, is a premier pitcher in ... (more) Clearing up the Ben Sheets stuff
Mets not interested in Rich Harden
Mets not interested in Rich Harden
novafantasysports.com — Update : According to FOXSports.com , the Mets aren't interested in signing Rich Harden. Fantasy Impact: The... Mets are more likely to go after pitchers such as: Randy Wolf, Ben Sheets, Joel Pineiro and Jason Marquis. Harden will likely get a one-year incentive laden deal from somebody because ... (more) Mets not interested in Rich Harden
Mets Considering Ben Sheets, But Not Rich Harden
Mets Considering Ben Sheets, But Not Rich Harden
metsmerizedonline.com — On Sunday, Bill Madden of the Daily News created a stir in Mets circles when he reported... that the Mets will only have about $20 million to spend this offseason. Not nearly enough for the Mets to address their myriad of problems. He said that the Mets should not be considered as bidders for ... (more) Mets Considering Ben Sheets, But Not Rich Harden
Is Ben Sheets a possibility?
Is Ben Sheets a possibility?
theropolitans.com — Ben Sheets, who missed all of 2009 with an arm injury and subsequent surgery, could be an... intriguing possibility for any team willing to take a chance on the oft-injured pitcher.  The Mets may be one of those teams . In 2008, Sheets appeared in 31 games, pitching 198 1-3 innings.  He ... (more) Is Ben Sheets a possibility?
Mets eyeing Sheets
nypost.com — Ben Sheets hasn't pitched in the majors in more than a year, but that will not keep... the Mets from keeping an eye on the former All-Star right-hander this winter. The oft-injured Sheets, who last pitched with the Brewers in 2008, has been sidelin... (more) Mets eyeing Sheets
Mets like Sheets upside...
Mets like Sheets upside...
metsfever.blogspot.com — The Mets took a very long look at Ben Sheets last year, eventually they ruled him out... over concerns with his throwing shoulder. They were right to be cautious as Sheets lost the entire season as he recovered from arm surgery. The Mets have begun to discuss the possibility of adding Sheets, ... (more) Mets like Sheets upside...
Ben Sheets a Future Dodger?
Ben Sheets a Future Dodger?
dodgerfan.net — It’s actually not as much of a long shot as you might first think. Here’s why: 1.)... The free agent market for starting pitchers is pretty thin. 2.) Ned Colletti doesn’t like offering contracts longer than three years to ... (more) Ben Sheets a Future Dodger?
Free Agency Preview: Starting pitchers
Free Agency Preview: Starting pitchers
bases.nbcsports.com — Free Agency Preview - Catcher Free Agency Preview - First base & DH Free Agency Preview -... Second base Free Agency Preview - Third base Free Agency Preview - Shortstop Free Agency Preview - Outfield This is part seven in... (more) Free Agency Preview: Starting pitchers
Assorted Links
Assorted Links
beyondtheboxscore.com — Jeremy Greenhouse's Visual Scouting Report 1.0 : Bay vs. Holliday. The heat is on! A Wrigley mystery... contained in a photo . If you'd like to take a crack at it without seeing the answer, the question is: "of which game was  this picture  taken?" Was Zack Greinke's 2009 more ... (more) Assorted Links
2009 Zach Greinke vs. 2004 Ben Sheets
danandsteve.com — Posted by Steve Sure, I’m about to beat a dead horse. But it’s my blog (and Dan’s?),... so I’m allowed. I was very pleased to see the voters actually get one right and award Zach Greinke with the AL Cy Young yesterday. Greinke was the best pitcher in baseball this season ... (more) 2009 Zach Greinke vs. 2004 Ben Sheets
Agent says Ben Sheets plans to pitch in 2010
Agent says Ben Sheets plans to pitch in 2010
bases.nbcsports.com — At the general manager meetings in Chicago earlier this week Doug Melvin was asked about the status... of former Brewers starter Ben Sheets and replied that "no one has heard from" him after a lost year following elbow surgery. In... (more) Agent says Ben Sheets plans to pitch in 2010
The Market for Ben Sheets
The Market for Ben Sheets
jorgesaysno.blogspot.com — Sure, Ben Sheets is injury prone. Very injury prone at that. But even though Sheets missed all... of 2009, his phenomenal stuff and upside have his agent believing that the market will be very active for Ben Sheets: "Agent Casey Close said that ... (more) The Market for Ben Sheets
Sheets to Detroit?
bringingheat.com — One name to keep serious eye on this winter is free agent pitcher Ben Sheets. If anyone... has forgotten, Sheets missed 2009 recovering from tendon surgery in his pitching forearm and yes that is not as serious as the feared Tommy John surgery. Sheets is such an interesting guy for teams to bring in... (more) Sheets to Detroit?