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Poll Results: If you could sign just one free agent…
Poll Results: If you could sign just one free agent…
theropolitans.com — In my last poll, I asked my readers to pick a free agent to sign if they... could have only one of them.  The options: Matt Holliday, Jason Bay, John Lackey, Joel Pineiro, Orlando Hudson and Chone Figgins. Here are the results… Holliday and Lackey were far and away the leaders in this poll, ... (more) Poll Results: If you could sign just one free agent…
Los Angeles Angels---Hot Stove Preview
paullebowitz.com — Don't be surprised to see the Angels make their customary quick-strike on a Jason Bay very, very... soon. It's their way of doing things. They need a veteran, innings-eating starter to replace John Lackey; a power bat for DH; and a third baseman. (more) Los Angeles Angels---Hot Stove Preview

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Poll Results: If you could sign just one free agent…
Holliday or Bay? The Sox Have Choices
Holliday or Bay? The Sox Have Choices
sportsofboston.com — Each day, it is becoming less and less clear if the Red Sox will be able to... retain Jason Bay. Since Bay came to Beantown in the Manny Ramirez deal, Sox fans have gotten more then they could have asked for. This past season, he had career highs of home runs (36) and RBI (119). He has been Theo ... (more) Holliday or Bay? The Sox Have Choices
Holliday or Bay? The Sox Have Choices
Holliday or Bay? The Sox Have Choices
feeds.sportsofboston.com — Each day, it is becoming less and less clear if the Red Sox will be able to... retain Jason Bay. Since Bay came to Beantown in the Manny Ramirez deal, Sox fans have gotten more then they could have asked for. This past season, he had career highs of home runs (36) and RBI (119). He has been Theo ... (more) Holliday or Bay? The Sox Have Choices
I’m thankful for t-shirts…
I’m thankful for t-shirts…
bottomlinesox.com — Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! Just a friendly reminder… all of our Bottom Line Apparel tees are just $9.99... all weekend! Click HERE to get your Boston Runs on Dustin, Jay-Bay, Amazing Ellsbury or Bruins Beasts of the East tees for your friends, family or for yourself! Those of you that ... (more) I’m thankful for t-shirts…
Black Friday Sale – All Boston tees $9.99!
Black Friday Sale – All Boston tees $9.99!
bottomlinesox.com — Starting tonight at 9:00pm EST all Bottom Line Apparel t-shirts are just $9.99 all weekend! Click the... image to jump to blshirts.com and order your Bottom Line Apparel tees! Click the link to read more... (more) Black Friday Sale – All Boston tees $9.99!
Poll Results: Fans say Bay isn’t worth more than $60M
Poll Results: Fans say Bay isn’t worth more than $60M
bottomlinesox.com — Last week we asked you guys how much you were willing to pay Jason Bay to stay... in Boston (see sidebar). The results are in and 28% of Bottom Line readers refused to pay Jason Bay more than the 4-year, $60M deal Bay already rejected earlier this year. 24% of readers were willing to go to ... (more) Poll Results: Fans say Bay isn’t worth more than $60M
Are the Smart Guys Hinting at Something?
yfsf.org — FanGraphs from October 29, 2009 : The Red Sox may employ the smartest front office in baseball,... which is why this tweet from Jon Heyman makes little sense. Heyman suggests the Red Sox are willing (and able) to offer Jason Bay a four-year ... (more) Are the Smart Guys Hinting at Something?
Calling all free agents, you have Mets' ear
Calling all free agents, you have Mets' ear
newsday.com — The Mets are making sure to stay in the loop on the "big three" free agents of... this market, outfielders Jason Bay and Matt Holliday and starting pitcher John Lackey. (more) Calling all free agents, you have Mets' ear
Law: Ranking the top MLB free agents (Nos. 11-30)
insider.espn.go.com — Keith Law's scouting reports on the top 50 free agents in the class of 2009-10 are based... on firsthand observation. Law has been the senior baseball analyst for Scouts Inc. since 2006. Before joining ESPN, Law served as special assistant to the general ... (more) Law: Ranking the top MLB free agents (Nos. 11-30)
Sox Hot Stove: The Jason Bay Decision | Boston Sports Then and Now
Sox Hot Stove: The Jason Bay Decision | Boston Sports Then and Now
boston.sportsthenandnow.com — With their arch rivals winning the World Series this year, you better believe the Red Sox will... do whatever it takes to get back at the Yankees. Boston played 162 games this past season only to get swept by the Angels in the playoffs. Almost seems like a waste. (more) Sox Hot Stove: The Jason Bay Decision | Boston Sports ...
Red Sox News: Mauer, Coaches, Wolf, Johnson
Red Sox News: Mauer, Coaches, Wolf, Johnson
bottomlinesox.com — With bench coach Brad Mills now in Houston as the new Manager, the Red Sox have made... some coaching changes yesterday: Extra Bases - The Boston Red Sox today announced their 2010 Major League coaching staff. DeMarlo Hale has been named bench coach, Tim Bogar will serve as third base coach, Ron ... (more) Red Sox News: Mauer, Coaches, Wolf, Johnson
Delgado Holds Key to Second Tier Plan
Delgado Holds Key to Second Tier Plan
nybaseballdigest.com — Reports are swirling about the Mets settling for second tier players . The ideal plan would be... to sign Matt Holliday or Jason Bay, attempt to acquire Roy Halladay from Toronto, and then shore up the catching position, bullpen, and first base with second tier players. Any other big market team ... (more) Delgado Holds Key to Second Tier Plan
NY State of Mind?
NY State of Mind?
nleastchatter.com — It seems we are all in the dark as to how the Mets are going to spend... their money this off-season. One day, we are major players for Roy Halladay and John Lackey, the next we are limited to spending only $20 mill. If there is anything evident about what’s going on behind closed doors in ... (more) NY State of Mind?
Tomase: Clay Buchholz value only going up
baseballthinkfactory.org — Tyler Hissey points out Tomase’s take on Jason Bay’s defense. Scroll down. One of the more comical... aspects of the run-up to free agency was the contention that Jason Bay isn’t worth a large deal because of his “atrocious” left field defense. By ... (more) Tomase: Clay Buchholz value only going up
Free Agent Buzz: Bay, Lackey, Holliday, Chapman
Free Agent Buzz: Bay, Lackey, Holliday, Chapman
bizofbaseball.com — Matt Holliday is a key free agent this off-season Outfielder Jason Bay had until 11:59 p.m. Thursday... to re-sign with the Boston Red Sox . To no one’s surprise, Bay didn’t budge, electing to test the market. SI.com’s John Heyman reported that the Sox offered Bay four-years, $60 ... (more) Free Agent Buzz: Bay, Lackey, Holliday, Chapman
Free Agents: Anyone You Want To Buy?
Free Agents: Anyone You Want To Buy?
azsnakepit.com — I've been looking at the list of free agents, and I'm not seeing anyone that I'm in... any rush to buy. Matt Holliday is going to cost a fortune as a hitter, as is pitcher John Lackey . Both are very good, but overpriced in the current market. So, who's left? Jason Bay ? Chone Figgins ? For ... (more) Free Agents: Anyone You Want To Buy?
New York Mets in Jose Guillen bargain hunt as Kansas City Royals look to dump outfielder
nydailynews.com — The Mets have a backup option if the Matt Holliday and Jason Bay bidding gets out of... hand. The Royals, who are looking to deal outfielder Jose Guillen , identified the Mets as a potential trading partner, although there was no deal considered close, ... (more) New York Mets in Jose Guillen bargain hunt as Kansas ...
Bay vs Holliday For The Red Sox
paullebowitz.com — Jason Bay wants to test free agency and the Red Sox would be better served to make... a quick strike move on Matt Holliday rather than wait for Bay. Also, the Marlins will clean house and have a customary lull in on-field success. The Yankees chasing free agent pitchers is a reversion to the past. (more) Bay vs Holliday For The Red Sox
New York Mets jump into bargain hunt for free agent Jose Guillen
nydailynews.com — The Mets have a backup option if the Matt Holliday and Jason Bay bidding gets out of... hand. The Royals, who are looking to deal outfielder Jose Guillen , identified the Mets as a potential trading partner, although there was no deal considered close, ... (more) New York Mets jump into bargain hunt for free agent Jose ...
Bay Watch: Day Two
Bay Watch: Day Two
fenwaywest.com — Here's the latest buzz on the Red Sox past and possible future left fielder: Bay will let... teams come to him with offers and the process is going to take a long time according to Gordon Edes who has recently joined ESPN Boston. The Red Sox are busy making other plans . Angel's owner ... (more) Bay Watch: Day Two
SI_JonHeyman: the #redsox may stay in touch with jason bay, but competing execs believe theyre looking at hard at alternatives now
SI_JonHeyman: the #redsox may stay in touch with jason bay, but competing execs believe theyre ...
twitter.com — SI_JonHeyman: the #redsox may stay in touch with jason bay, but competing execs believe theyre looking at... hard at alternatives now (more) SI_JonHeyman: the #redsox may stay in touch with jason ...
Chasing Jason Bay
Chasing Jason Bay
fullcount.weei.com — Now that the exclusive negotiating period has come and gone for the Red Sox, the reality of... who will be bidding for Jason Bay’s services starts to get clearer. Before we get to those teams who are, and aren’t, interested in entering the ... (more) Chasing Jason Bay
Gordon Edes back in Beantown for ESPNBoston
Gordon Edes back in Beantown for ESPNBoston
batter-upwithbruno.blogspot.com — Former Boston Globe Red Sox beat writer Gordon Edes is back covering his favorite team. Ian Bethune... over at Sox & Dawgs tipped me off with the news. Edes left the Globe during the summer of 2008 and took a job as the national MLB writer for Yahoo! Sports . Today on the front page ... (more) Gordon Edes back in Beantown for ESPNBoston
Sox Will Pay if They Don’t Sign Bay
sportsofboston.com — Five years, $75 to $80 million. That’s likely what it will cost the Red Sox to retain... left fielder Jason Bay. The 31-year-old, now officially a free agent, reportedly passed on a last minute, four-year, $60 million deal Thursday as Boston’s exclusive negotiating window inched shut. In honor ... (more) Sox Will Pay if They Don’t Sign Bay
From Jason Bay to Billy Wagner, primer to free-agent market -  Jon Heyman  - SI.com
From Jason Bay to Billy Wagner, primer to free-agent market - Jon Heyman - SI.com
sportsillustrated.cnn.com — 17. Jarrod Washburn . Knee issues hurt him in Detroit, but he starred in Seattle before that.... His great rapport with Mariners pitching coach Rick Adair make them a natural reunion. Milwaukee also inquired about the native Wisconsinite. 18. Bengie ... (more) From Jason Bay to Billy Wagner, primer to free-agent ...
Bay Says No to BoSox Bucks: Let the Bidding Begin
Bay Says No to BoSox Bucks: Let the Bidding Begin
yankees.gearupforsports.com — The free agency pool got a little deeper yesterday as Jason Bay turned down a $60M (rumored)... offer from the Red Sox that would span 4 seasons. The thirty-one year old, Canadian born left fielder is either tired of playing in the land where R’s go to die or he actually believes he deserves ... (more) Bay Says No to BoSox Bucks: Let the Bidding Begin
Happy Birthday JD!
Happy Birthday JD!
fenwaywest.com — Now don't get all excited JD Drew style and all.... but today is JD Drew's 34th birthday.... As a card carrying member of the Drew Crew, I could not let this day go on without saying... Happy Birthday to you.... Happy Birthday to you.... Happy Birthday dear JD! Happy Birthday to ... (more) Happy Birthday JD!
The Bugs & Cranks Translation Wizard
The Bugs & Cranks Translation Wizard
bugsandcranks.com — What they say, and what they actually mean, deciphered by B&C's industry-leading technology.... (more) The Bugs & Cranks Translation Wizard
Halo Headlines – 11/20/09
Halo Headlines – 11/20/09
monkeywithahalo.com — The Story: Kendry Morales is going to be switching to the uniform number of 8 next year... . The Monkey Says: Great, now I have to cross out the Kendry Morales jersey I asked for from my Christmas list to Santa. The Story: The Angels added Peter Bourjos to their 40-man roster . The Monkey ... (more) Halo Headlines – 11/20/09
At Jason Bay: $15 million per season really isn't good enough?
At Jason Bay: $15 million per season really isn't good enough?
batter-upwithbruno.blogspot.com — As the clock struck midnight, Red Sox left-fielder Jason Bay became an official a free agent .... Bay rejected a four year, $60 contract offered by general manager Theo Epstein. Apparently the slugger thinks he can score a better deal with a different club. Well Sox fans that just says it ... (more) At Jason Bay: $15 million per season really isn't good ...
Red Sox would “love” to have Jason Bay back
Red Sox would “love” to have Jason Bay back
scoresreport.com — At least, this according to WEEI.com : Speaking at an event to honor Red Sox principal owner... John Henry, who received the Woodrow Wilson Award for corporate sponsorship, team president/CEO Larry Lucchino expressed his organization’s desire to re-sign Jason Bay. “Very much so,” Lucchino ... (more) Red Sox would “love” to have Jason Bay back
AOL Fanhouse's Top 50 Free Agents
AOL Fanhouse's Top 50 Free Agents
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — With the free agent market officially open AOL Fanhouse has listed their top 50 free agents. Toping... the list is John Lackey. You can find all the characteristics of an ace in Lackey. He has the big-game experience, has thrived in that environment, and the ability is obviously there. You can bet ... (more) AOL Fanhouse's Top 50 Free Agents
McAdam: Yankees won’t bid on Bay/Hollliday
McAdam: Yankees won’t bid on Bay/Hollliday
bottomlinesox.com — I always assumed that the Yankees would be involved in the Jason bay and Matt Holliday discussions,... if for no other reason than to jack up the price on the Red Sox and Angels. But Sean McAdam says he doesn't expect the Yankees to bid on Bay or Holliday. Instead, he thinks they will look to ... (more) McAdam: Yankees won’t bid on Bay/Hollliday
McAdam: Yankees won’t bid on Bay/Holliday
McAdam: Yankees won’t bid on Bay/Holliday
bottomlinesox.com — I always assumed that the Yankees would be involved in the Jason bay and Matt Holliday discussions,... if for no other reason than to jack up the price on the Red Sox and Angels. But Sean McAdam says he doesn't expect the Yankees to bid on Bay or Holliday . Instead, he thinks they will look ... (more) McAdam: Yankees won’t bid on Bay/Holliday
POLL: How much would you pay for Jason Bay?
POLL: How much would you pay for Jason Bay?
bottomlinesox.com — Tell us what you think! Each week we'll be polling your the readers with a new question... in the sidebar... As of midnight last night, Jason Bay is officially a free agent, so this week we want to know what you think Bay is worth. The Red Sox have already offered him 4 year and $60 [...] Click ... (more) POLL: How much would you pay for Jason Bay?
Bay Watch: Day One
Bay Watch: Day One
fenwaywest.com — Every team can now negotiate with Jason Bay. Here's the latest buzz from around the internet: Peter... Gammons and Gordon Edes both believe Bay will end up back in Boston . The Angels are very interested in trying to sign Bay. The Giants are not that interested. The Mets are looking to ... (more) Bay Watch: Day One
Bay remains a priority for Epstein
boston.com — Free agency starts at midnight tonight. Teams have negotiating exclusivity with their own free agents until then.... If you're expecting the Red Sox to sign Jason Bay or Alex Gonzalez before then, don't hold your breath. Once a player gets...  ... (more) Bay remains a priority for Epstein
San Francisco Giants : The Splash : Sabean: Bay and Holliday unlikely
sfgate.com — Tim Lincecum's live press conference just ended. Afterward, we talked to GM Brian Sabean, who said he... has not contacted agents for the two big hitters on the free-agent market, Matt Holliday or Jason Bay, and does not expect to either. I'll have the ... (more) San Francisco Giants : The Splash : Sabean: Bay and ...
Red Sox Links: Bay, Ortiz, Ellsbury
Red Sox Links: Bay, Ortiz, Ellsbury
bottomlinesox.com — MLB Trade Rumors - Angels not interested in Holliday, Bay an option WEEI Full Count - Ortiz... says Sox needed a 30 HR guy LAST year. “I say that like a year ago and everybody looked at me like I was a (expletive) clown. I say, ‘We need another 30 home run hitting guy.’ ‘What, you crazy!’ [...] ... (more) Red Sox Links: Bay, Ortiz, Ellsbury
San Francisco Giants : The Splash : Sabean: Bay and Holliday unlikely
sfgate.com — Tim Lincecum's live press conference just ended. Afterward, we talked to GM Brian Sabean, who said he... has not contacted agents for the two big hitters on the free-agent market, Matt Holliday or Jason Bay, and does not expect to either. I'll have the ... (more) San Francisco Giants : The Splash : Sabean: Bay and ...
Hot Stove Update: Heilman, Thompson, Grabow and Stuff!
Hot Stove Update: Heilman, Thompson, Grabow and Stuff!
advancedfantasybaseball.com — (This bad-ass photo of Cy Young Winner Tim Lincecum was taken by Brad Mangini of SI.com) You... should see the Yankees Fantasy Report later this afternoon. The Hot Stove season has wasted little time getting going. We have already seen a handful of trades and signings. The Rule V draft is coming ... (more) Hot Stove Update: Heilman, Thompson, Grabow and Stuff!
The Current State of Baseball Economics
The Current State of Baseball Economics
firebrandal.com — Yesterday, ESPN’s Rob Neyer published an article quoting Commisioner Bud Selig’s thoughts concerning the current state of... baseball economics. Says Selig, Some teams lost money in 2009, baseball commissioner Bud Selig said Thursday after the final owners meeting of the ... (more) The Current State of Baseball Economics
…as the clock strikes midnight, let the madness begin
…as the clock strikes midnight, let the madness begin
zellspinstripeblog.com — With the strike of madness, let the bidding for John Lackey, Jason Bay, Matt Holliday begin! Though... this year, the Yankees aren’t as likely to spend more money than most 3rd world nations do in a year. Given, this year, the Yankees have are in a slight different position after ... (more) …as the clock strikes midnight, let the madness begin
Angels Won't Pursue Holliday; Bay Is An Option
mlbtraderumors.com — Angels owner Arte Moreno told Bill Shaikin of the LA Times that Matt Holliday is not an... option for the Angels. "He is not going to be an Angel," Moreno said. "We are not looking at Holliday at all." Jason Bay , on the other hand, is a player "you ... (more) Angels Won't Pursue Holliday; Bay Is An Option
Thursday Night Open Thread: Bay Declines Boston's Offer
Thursday Night Open Thread: Bay Declines Boston's Offer
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — - Jason Bay has declined Boston's first offer, a 4-year deal worth around $60 million. Here's more... from Jon Heyman : Boston's offer to Bay was believed to be for four years and "close to $60 million,'' according to sources. Bay thus will join star outfielder Matt Holliday and ace pitcher John ... (more) Thursday Night Open Thread: Bay Declines Boston's Offer
Fantasy Baseball Breaking News
rotoworld.com — The Yankees are "quietly" letting teams know that Nick Swisher is available, says Bob Nightengale of USA... Today. Swisher is owed $15.75 million over the next two seasons, with a $10.25 club option for 2012, a pretty reasonable contract considering what ... (more) Fantasy Baseball Breaking News
San Francisco Giants : The Splash : Sabean: Bay and Holliday unlikely
sfgate.com — Tim Lincecum's live press conference just ended. Afterward, we talked to GM Brian Sabean, who said he... has not contacted agents for the two big hitters on the free-agent market, Matt Holliday or Jason Bay, and does not expect to either. I'll have the ... (more) San Francisco Giants : The Splash : Sabean: Bay and ...
Hot Stove Update: Heilman, Halladay, Bay, Swisher
Hot Stove Update: Heilman, Halladay, Bay, Swisher
metsmerizedonline.com — A recap of today’s hot stove news. According to Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com, the Cubs have... traded Aaron Heilman to the Diamondbacks for prospect LHP Scott Maine and 1B Ryne White. Heilman finished 2009 with a 4.11 ERA and 1.41 WHIP in 70 relief appearances. The Cubs may have ... (more) Hot Stove Update: Heilman, Halladay, Bay, Swisher
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