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Winter Meetings: Where We Were, Where We’re Going?
Winter Meetings: Where We Were, Where We’re Going?
metsmerizedonline.com — The 2009 MLB Winter Meetings are now underway in Indianapolis, and will provide fans with either much... joy or just as much angst. Last year’s Winter Meetings certainly fit that bill. In 2008, we suffered through another miserable bullpen, and it seemed like money would be no object to revamp ... (more) Winter Meetings: Where We Were, Where We’re Going?
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

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Pirates seeking more pitching options
Pirates seeking more pitching options
post-gazette.com — Add Noah Lowry, J.J. Putz and Kameron Loe to the list of free-agent pitchers the Pirates are... pursuing, according to sources close to those talks. And that list surely will grow. (more) Pirates seeking more pitching options
Phillies Considering Putz?
Phillies Considering Putz?
mysportsrumors.com — The Philadelphia Phillies have had a busy offseason so far, signing Brad Schneider and Placido Polanco, now... they’re moving on to their next need, a relief pitcher. There are plenty of names being mentioned too. I’ve talked about Brandon Lyon and how he’d be a fit for the Phillies (a name ... (more) Phillies Considering Putz?
Placido’s in the Hot Corner
Placido’s in the Hot Corner
thatballsouttahere.com — No doubt, his position has been the Achilles Heel of the team for a few years, not... to make Pedro Feliz feel like an asshole. (more) Placido’s in the Hot Corner
Still nothing tying Tigers to Putz
beck.mlblogs.com — There's interest building among teams with free-agent reliever J.J. Putz, according to reports. The Phillies, Pirates and... Astros are among the clubs that have inquired about him, according to ESPN.com's Jerry Crasnick. But while the Tigers have been ... (more) Still nothing tying Tigers to Putz
What's next? Phils interested in Putz, many other pitchers | The Phillies Zone | 12/03/2009
philly.com — GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said recently that he was intrigued by low-risk/high reward types, meaning he wants... pitchers who will come cheaper than usual because of injury or some other mitigating factor. According to multiple major league sources, the Phils ... (more) What's next? Phils interested in Putz, many other ...
Myers, Putz may be on Astros' radar
Myers, Putz may be on Astros' radar
mlb.mlb.com — By Brian McTaggart / MLB.com 12/02/09 2:00 PM EST HOUSTON -- Brett Myers and J.J. Putz, two... pitchers who had their 2009 seasons cut short because of injuries, are among the players the Astros have interest in adding to their bullpen, according to ... (more) Myers, Putz may be on Astros' radar
Phillies Eye Slightly Better Third Baseman
Phillies Eye Slightly Better Third Baseman
thatballsouttahere.com — The Phillies are aggressively pursuing Tigers second baseman Placido Polando like a gorilla in heat.... (more) Phillies Eye Slightly Better Third Baseman
Rangers, Astros Eyeing Brett Myers
mlbtraderumors.com — The Rangers and Astros have interest in free agent righty Brett Myers , according to ESPN's Jerry... Crasnick . Myers, 29, posted a 4.84 ERA in 70.6 innings this year, working around hip surgery. We learned last month that the Phillies won't be ... (more) Rangers, Astros Eyeing Brett Myers
Pirates looking at pitching
Pirates looking at pitching
buccofans.com — Several rumors have been flying around, and from the looks of it, the Pirates are heavily focused... on adding pitching going in to the 2010 season.   Dejan Kovacevic reported that the Pirates are looking at pitching, and aren't focused as much on adding a position player, due to options like ... (more) Pirates looking at pitching
Former Met watch; Wagner & Putz...
Former Met watch; Wagner & Putz...
metsfever.blogspot.com — At one time I hoped the Mets would roll into the playoff's with the best bullpen combo... in the league, if the Mets entered the seventh inning with a lead the game had the potential to be over going from Wagner to Putz to K-Rod. Obvious things didn't work and two parts of the trio are moving ... (more) Former Met watch; Wagner & Putz...
Mets one of eight interested in Saito...
Mets one of eight interested in Saito...
metsfever.blogspot.com — First I like to thank Mike Silva for referencing me in his post on this subject at... NYBD and acknowledge the excellent argument he makes in regard to this subject. I will say this I have been a fan of Saito's for a few years and completed this post on him last off season, but Saito is 40 ... (more) Mets one of eight interested in Saito...
Breaking Down The Mets Bullpen: Bobby Parnell
Breaking Down The Mets Bullpen: Bobby Parnell
metsmerizedonline.com — Prior to the 2009 season, Bobby Parnell knew that he was, by no means, guaranteed to make... the Opening Day roster. Nonetheless, he worked hard and pitched very well in Spring Training, which him earned a spot on the 25-man roster. His role with the team was supposed to be the seventh inning ... (more) Breaking Down The Mets Bullpen: Bobby Parnell
Why Should JJ Putz be on the Cubs Radar?
Why Should JJ Putz be on the Cubs Radar?
bringingheat.com — The Mets didn’t pick up the 9 million dollar option of JJ Putz this week, thus making... him a free agent. Anyone shocked by this? So where does Putz exactly rank nowadays? Is he a closer? A set up man? A middle reliever? And how do you pay him? Do you pay him closer money? Do you give him... (more) Why Should JJ Putz be on the Cubs Radar?
Eye Opener – FAI Shuts Down The Candy Story (LoI Ed.) – 11/12/09
Eye Opener – FAI Shuts Down The Candy Story (LoI Ed.) – 11/12/09
thephoenixpub.com — Ed. Note – This was entirely too ludicrous to not write up any longer. Thanks to This... Guy for sending me the story. The Eye Opener will function as a season wrap up as well as tell the utterly brilliant Derry City story, which leads off. – FD FAI SHUTS DOWN THE CANDY ... (more) Eye Opener – FAI Shuts Down The Candy Story (LoI Ed.) – ...
Tigers would interest Putz
beck.mlblogs.com — Yes, free agent reliever J.J. Putz confirmed, the Tigers would be a situation that interests him.  But... then, a lot of situations would interest him. "I'd have interest in most teams, including the Tigers," Putz wrote in an email to MLB.com ... (more) Tigers would interest Putz
Bunt Singles: Brookens reaction, Cameron Maybin and J.J. Putz thoughts
Bunt Singles: Brookens reaction, Cameron Maybin and J.J. Putz thoughts
mackavenuetigers.com — Ian goes with the flow at Bless You Boys , assuming Tom Brookens is going to be... the favorite to be the next manager of the Tigers.  Over at Detroit Tigers Weblog, Billfer isn't so sure, and he wonders if it matters whether or not a career infielder will now be coaching outfielders . ... (more) Bunt Singles: Brookens reaction, Cameron Maybin and J.J. ...
Mets Should Consider Signing Putz For 2010
Mets Should Consider Signing Putz For 2010
metsmerizedonline.com — Last week the World Series finally ended, our nightmare season is finally over and the Hot Stove... season has started. There have been trades already, options picked up or bought out and players have filed for free agency. Trade rumors are already out there, most of them so far unfounded this ... (more) Mets Should Consider Signing Putz For 2010
Could J.J. Putz be an option for the Braves?
talkingchop.com — More photos » by Gene J. Puskar - AP Browse more photos » There's no official rumor... on this, I just wanted to throw it out there and let it marinate, and ... (more) Could J.J. Putz be an option for the Braves?
The Quest For Relief Revisits J.J. Putz
The Quest For Relief Revisits J.J. Putz
blessyouboys.com — by Gene J. Puskar - AP Would J.J. Putz be happier (and healthier) playing for his hometown... Detroit Tigers than he was with the New York Mets? View full size ... (more) The Quest For Relief Revisits J.J. Putz
Twitter Poll: Do you regret buying a certain player’s jersey?
Twitter Poll: Do you regret buying a certain player’s jersey?
theropolitans.com — When the Mets traded for J.J. Putz last off-season, a lot of people hurried out to the... store to purchase a new shirt for No. 22. Not even a full year later, it’s likely that Putz is done as a member of the Mets. So I asked my Twitter followers if they regret buying a certain player’s ... (more) Twitter Poll: Do you regret buying a certain player’s ...
Will reliever J.J. Putz become an option for Detroit Tigers?
Will reliever J.J. Putz become an option for Detroit Tigers?
mlive.com — DETROIT -- Former All-Star relief pitcher J.J. Putz will become a possibility for the Detroit Tigers if... the New York Mets opt against picking up his $8.6 million salary for next season. Tigers general manager Dave Dombrowski had extensive ... (more) Will reliever J.J. Putz become an option for Detroit Tigers?
Discussion: J.J. Putz
mlbtraderumors.com — We learned this week that, as expected, the New York Mets declined J.J. Putz 's pricey 2010... option . Now that the righty has filed for free agency, tonight's discussion topic focuses on where he might land. Putz last signed a contract with the ... (more) Discussion: J.J. Putz
Mets officially decline option on Putz
mlb.mlb.com — By Marty Noble / MLB.com 11/06/09 7:44 PM EST NEW YORK -- The Mets' offseason to-do list... has one more entry and their roster has one less. The club made official the expected move that eliminates J.J. Putz. It declined to exercise its option on Putz's ... (more) Mets officially decline option on Putz
J.J. Putz, Carl Pavano Enter Free Agency
J.J. Putz, Carl Pavano Enter Free Agency
bizofbaseball.com — On the third day of MLB free agency filings, two more players have joined the ranks. J.J.... Putz , who the Mets declined their club option on Friday night, and the Twins Carl Pavano were officially added to the ranks today, it was announced by the MLBPA. The two elected free agency pursuant ... (more) J.J. Putz, Carl Pavano Enter Free Agency
Putz and the Tigers, revisited
beck.mlblogs.com — Jason Beck / MLB.com While Fernando Rodney filed for free agency and Brandon Lyon weighs his options... on the open market, the Tigers might well be gaining another option at closer once the Mets make their expected decision to decline the 2010 option ... (more) Putz and the Tigers, revisited