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What are the Red Sox planning at shortstop?
What are the Red Sox planning at shortstop?
bases.nbcsports.com — By declining Alex Gonzalez's option for next season the Red Sox moved Jed Lowrie back atop their shortstop depth chart for now, but Peter Gammons of ESPN.com reports that "it is clear they want Lowrie to play at Pawtucket, make... (more) What are the Red Sox planning at shortstop?
Bill James’ ‘Strong Season Leading Index’ flawed?
Bill James’ ‘Strong Season Leading Index’ flawed?
hardballtimes.com — In the 2010 Hardball Times Baseball Annual, Bill James took a look at predicting whether a player will do better or worse in 2011. To read the article in its entirety, ACTA Sports (the publisher of the Annual) has made it available as a PDF here . The gist of the article is the idea of taking ... (more) Bill James’ ‘Strong Season Leading Index’ flawed?
JJ Hardy: Step by Step
JJ Hardy: Step by Step
millerparkdrunk.com — A buddy of mine asked me why we haven't covered the departure of "gay-gay" yet and I really didn't really have a good explanation for him. The Brewers career of JJ Hardy is the kind of career that was great at the time, but over the years we'll ... (more) JJ Hardy: Step by Step
Twins Trade CF Carlos Gomez for Brewer’s SS J.J. Hardy;  Mauer Wins 2nd Gold Glove.
Twins Trade CF Carlos Gomez for Brewer’s SS J.J. Hardy; Mauer Wins 2nd Gold Glove.
twins.gearupforsports.com — Right out of the offseason gate, Twins General Manager Bill Smith has, in theory, killed two birds with one stone. The birds being the roster question marks, and the trade of beleaguered yet talented Center Fielder Carlos Gomez for beleaguered yet former All-Star Shortstop J.J. Hardy being ... (more) Twins Trade CF Carlos Gomez for Brewer’s SS J.J. Hardy;  ...
The Unceremonious End of the J.J Hardy Era
The Unceremonious End of the J.J Hardy Era
baseballreflections.com — Friday was an interesting day for Brewers fans as they traded J.J Hardy to the Twins for Carlos Gomez . As a Brewer fan, a J.J Hardy trade was something that I saw coming from a couple time zones away. Still, it isn’t something I’m too thrilled about. On a personal note, J.J Hardy was one of ... (more) The Unceremonious End of the J.J Hardy Era
Milwaukee Brewers: What Is The Trade Market For Mat Gamel?
Milwaukee Brewers: What Is The Trade Market For Mat Gamel?
bleacherreport.com — When the Brewers traded JJ Hardy for Carlos Gomez, they sealed their fate as to how they will acquire starting pitching this winter. Other than John Lackey, the free agent class for pitchers is rather underwhelming, but Brewers' GM Doug Melvin is determined to find two starters on the market. (more) Milwaukee Brewers: What Is The Trade Market For Mat Gamel?
Twins Should Grab The Wang
Twins Should Grab The Wang
twinkietalk.com — ESPN.com is reporting that the Yankees may be considering non-tendering Chien Ming Wang. Non-tendering is simply when you opt to not offer a contract to an arbitration eligible player. This leads me into my next point: if he wouldn’t be terribly expensive, Wang would be a great fit for the ... (more) Twins Should Grab The Wang
Odds and ends
danandsteve.com — Posted by Steve For the most part, the off-season has begun the way I was hoping. The Brewers declined David Weathers’ option (admittedly, this should have been a no-brainer). Then on Friday they announced they were also declining to pick up the $6 million option for Braden Looper. What ... (more) Odds and ends
The Curious Case Of Edwin Jackson
viewfrombernieschalet.blogspot.com — As I continue to hear rumors of the Brewers having interest in a possible trade with the Tigers for Edwin Jackson, I continue to be confused on how I feel about that possibility. On one hand, Jackson is a starting pitcher who is still relatively ... (more) The Curious Case Of Edwin Jackson
Minnesota: Fielding TargetView Before & After JJ Hardy
beyondtheboxscore.com — Twins 2009 UZR/150, before JJ Hardy/ Carlos Gomez Trade See the excellent BtB analysis of the trade HERE. Team Fielding Comparison after the jump. Twins UZR/150, after JJ Hardy/Carlos Gomez Trade Revised Chart assumption: Cuddyer takes CF after solid work there this ... (more) Minnesota: Fielding TargetView Before & After JJ Hardy
Hardy To The Twins
fangraphs.com — If there was one guy who was definitely getting traded this winter, it was J.J. Hardy . The Brewers had turned over their starting shortstop job to Alcides Escobar , their infield is crowded, and Hardy wasn’t interested in moving to another ... (more) Hardy To The Twins
Twins Trade Gomez for Hardy
nickstwinsblog.com — Bill Smith made his first big offseason splash today, sending Carlos Gomez to the Brewers in return for shortstop J.J. Hardy , who was a suggested trade acquisition in my offseason blueprint . The deal swaps two players who both saw their value drop ... (more) Twins Trade Gomez for Hardy
So Much So Soon: Analyzing the Sox’ Looong Weekend
So Much So Soon: Analyzing the Sox’ Looong Weekend
feedproxy.google.com — Well, that was quick. After a slow couple weeks while we waited for the crowning of the new World Series Champion (who, sadly, were the New York Yankees), the MLB hot stove exploded in a flurry of moves including the trades of Jeremy Hermida and J.J. Hardy, the rejection of Alex ... (more) So Much So Soon: Analyzing the Sox’ Looong Weekend
Alex Gonzales' Option Declined
Alex Gonzales' Option Declined
duelingcouches.blogspot.com — Alex Gonzalez still could be the starting shortstop for the Red Sox next season. But if he returns, it will be at their price, not his. In the interim, the Sox are likely to continue exploring all options. Gonzalez, 32, batted .284 and had a profound impact on the Boston defense after being ... (more) Alex Gonzales' Option Declined
The Man Behind the Curtain Goes to Work
The Man Behind the Curtain Goes to Work
bluejayhunter.com — Occasionally it's best not to know what's going on behind the scenes. Unfortunately for the Toronto Blue Jays, over the course of this past season the disarray and inner workings of their organization were revealed for all to see. Now, Alex Anthopoulos has the dubious task of taking his place ... (more) The Man Behind the Curtain Goes to Work
Odds & Ends: Hardy, Tejada, Cardinals, Mariners
mlbtraderumors.com — Here's a few links to close out the night... Tony Massarotti of The Boston Globe says that the Red Sox "had been engaging with the Brewers in on-and-off discussions involving (J.J.) Hardy since the trading deadline." Massarotti's source says the ... (more) Odds & Ends: Hardy, Tejada, Cardinals, Mariners
Twins - Acquired Hardy
baseballthinkfactory.org — Minnesota Twins - Acquired SS J.J. Hardy from the Milwaukee Brewers for CF-9th Carlos Gomez . Hardy had a terrible 2009, capped off by a trip down to Nashville. That being said, Gomez hasn't really developed as a hitter at all and at this point, I'd ... (more) Twins - Acquired Hardy
Link Love for 11-8-09
baseball-intellect.com — Thoughts on the J.J. Hardy and Mark Teahan trades, an interview with Twins pitcher Jeff Manship, the possibility of Aroldis Chapman coming to Seattle, and more... (more) Link Love for 11-8-09
Gardenhire Wants O-Cab
Gardenhire Wants O-Cab
novafantasysports.com — Update: Twins manager Ron Gardenhire has told G.M.Billy Smith that he would like to have Orlando Cabrera back in a Twins uniform next year. Gardenhire is excited about the acquisition of SS J.J. Hardy and he envisions an infield of Justin Morneau at 1B,Cabrera at 2B, Hardy at SS,and Nick Punto ... (more) Gardenhire Wants O-Cab
JJ Hardy, Carlos Gomez And The Nature of "Selling Low"
JJ Hardy, Carlos Gomez And The Nature of "Selling Low"
walkoffwalk.com — On Friday the Twins and Brewers completed a trade that sent Carlos Gomez to the land of cheese, and JJ Hardy to the place with the new stadium that nonsensically has no roof despite the local climates. On the surface, the move is the very ... (more) JJ Hardy, Carlos Gomez And The Nature of "Selling Low"
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