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Top 10 Mets prospects
theropolitans.com — Here’s the top 10 list from Baseball America … Jenrry Mejia , RHP Wilmer Flores , SS Fernando Martinez , OF Ike Davis , 1B Brad Holt , RHP Jon Niese , LHP Reese Havens , 2B/SS Josh Thole , C Ruben Tejada , 2B/SS Juan Urbina , LHP Agree?  Disagree?  ... (more) Top 10 Mets prospects
What’s Beckett Worth?
baseballmusings.com — Via MetsBlog.com , Peter Gammons discusses the future of Josh Beckett with the Red Sox . But Beckett clearly is looking at the money the Yankees paid CC Sabathia ($161 million over seven years) and thinking he, too, can make between $15 million and $20 million. That will be a very tough call ... (more) What’s Beckett Worth?

Josh Beckett Latest Blog Posts

Rosenthal On Gonzalez, Beckett, De La Rosa
Note: Davis and Thole Performing Well this Fall
5 hours ago at MetsBlog.com
Sunday Morning Rumors Comin' Down
5 hours ago at Circling The Bases
Gammons says Beckett will want Sabathia money
22 hours ago at Lone Star Ball
Top 10 Mets prospects
Read: Red Sox and Beckett
metsblog.com — Peter Gammons of ESPN.com wonders whether or not the Red Sox might consider trading Josh Beckett. Gammons says that Beckett will travel to Boston in the coming weeks and see what the Red Sox’ feelings are on a contract extension. Beckett, ... (more) Read: Red Sox and Beckett
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
Boston Red Sox will have a difficult decision with Josh Beckett - ESPN Boston
sports.espn.go.com — told WEEI.com that he wants to come to Boston in the next couple of weeks to get a reading on the club's feelings about an extension when his contract expires after next season. Beckett is highly respected by the Boston staff. He is the gunslinger ... (more) Boston Red Sox will have a difficult decision with Josh ...
McCourt Update
hardballtimes.com — I didn't get to it today due to other obligations, but you don't need me when you have Josh to tell you all that has happened . Obviously the most notable thing in all of this is that the person who will be overseeing the case is named Commissioner Gordon. It's nice to see him back to work ... (more) McCourt Update
Revisiting ‘03: Seeing Redman
marlinmaniac.com — Last week in Revisiting ‘03, we delved into the 2003 season and subsequent career of former young stud pitcher Dontrelle Willis. Willis of course was an integral part of the 2003 World Series winning Florida Marlins, but he was just one part of an excellent five-man rotation that ... (more) Revisiting ‘03: Seeing Redman
Trade Josh Beckett
Trade Josh Beckett
duelingcouches.blogspot.com — I may get rashed on by all of you, but I think the smartest move the Sox should make(other than firing Francona) would be to trade Josh Beckett. Let's face it, he isn't that pitcher everyone hope he would be, and has only really had one good season with the Red Sox, and that was back in 07. He ... (more) Trade Josh Beckett
Beckett And Red Sox To Meet; Is Beckett Overrated?
Beckett And Red Sox To Meet; Is Beckett Overrated?
obsessedwithsports.com — Yesterday it was announced that the Red Sox and Beckett are going to meet to discuss his future. Reportedly, the conversion is starting around that fact that he is very happy in Boston. Also yesterday came a piece published by Dave D’Onofrio, of the Concord Monitor, saying that Beckett ... (more) Beckett And Red Sox To Meet; Is Beckett Overrated?
Trading Josh Beckett Would Be Silly
Trading Josh Beckett Would Be Silly
thebiglead.com — Dave D’Onofrio of the Concord Monitor believes the Yankees were demonstrably better than the Red Sox this season (ignore the run differential). To close that gap, he argues the Red Sox should trade Josh Beckett. As is customary for such blanket ... (more) Trading Josh Beckett Would Be Silly
Theo’s “95-Win Team”, Beckett’s Extension, Falling Dominoes, and the Mailbag
Theo’s “95-Win Team”, Beckett’s Extension, Falling Dominoes, and the Mailbag
firebrandal.com — Theo’s “95-Win Team” In recent years, one of the most important axioms put forth by the Theo Epstein and the Red Sox front office is the law of the “95-Win Team”. According to this directive, the team’s goal is to target 95-wins annually in an effort to compete every season. This ... (more) Theo’s “95-Win Team”, Beckett’s Extension, Falling ...
Red Sox To Meet With Beckett
mlbtraderumors.com — According to WEEI.com's Rob Bradford , Josh Beckett plans to meet with the Red Sox in the coming weeks to discuss a contract extension. Beckett's 2010 option for $12.1MM vested when he made 28 starts for Boston in 2009. However, without a new ... (more) Red Sox To Meet With Beckett
What’s going to happen to Beckett?
What’s going to happen to Beckett?
fullcount.weei.com — Josh Beckett is signed for $12.1 million for the 2010 season (thanks to his option vesting after making 28 starts in ‘09). Beckett and his agent, Michael Moye, are going to sit down with Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein in the coming weeks, ... (more) What’s going to happen to Beckett?
What could Josh Beckett sign for?
What could Josh Beckett sign for?
firebrandal.com — In the coming weeks, Josh Beckett and his agent (Michael Moye) will meet with Theo Epstein and brass to discuss an extension. Entering his age 30 year, Beckett has come a long way since being acquired after the 2005 season from the Florida Marlins. (Need I remind you who we gave up for ... (more) What could Josh Beckett sign for?
MMO Mailbag: What About Catchers? Mets Non-Tenders?
MMO Mailbag: What About Catchers? Mets Non-Tenders?
metsmerizedonline.com — As we’ve done for the last two off seasons, we’ll try to get to your mailbag questions and comments at least once a week. Unfortunately, Christian has moved on, so until someone new decides they want to respond to site mail, you’ll have to contend with me. I may not get as ... (more) MMO Mailbag: What About Catchers? Mets Non-Tenders?
Valuing Josh Beckett
Valuing Josh Beckett
ywacademy.com — Rob Bradford said on his blog today that the Red Sox are planning to meet with Josh Beckett and his agent to start talks about a contract extension. His contract included an option for 2010 at $12 million dollars that vested when he totaled 28 GS in 2009. Let's take a quick look at how much the Red (more) Valuing Josh Beckett
Beckett, Red Sox to talk
fullcount.weei.com — Josh Beckett, who was in Boston to be honored for his commitment to Children’s Hospital, told WEEI.com that he and his agent, Michael Moye, are planning to meet with Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein in the coming weeks to discuss the . ... (more) Beckett, Red Sox to talk
Offday Reading: The Longest Day
Offday Reading: The Longest Day
pitchersandpoets.com — In order to help you through these frozen hours before the World Series does or doesn’t end tomorrow, we bring you some rare weekday reading. And this awesome John Wayne clip from The Longest Day that I hope both managers are showing their teams. “We came here to take something. ... (more) Offday Reading: The Longest Day
Cubs Trio Help Solar Sox Glow to Victory
Cubs Trio Help Solar Sox Glow to Victory
feedproxy.google.com — Starlin Castro jacked-up his AFL league-leading batting average to .423 as he ripped two singles, knocked-in two runs, and scored one, Josh Vitters tripled and scored, and John Gaub tossed a 1-2-3 7th, leading the Mesa Solar Sox (Cubs, Marlins, Red Sox, Angels, and Twins) to a 7-2 victory over ... (more) Cubs Trio Help Solar Sox Glow to Victory
Is Josh Thole the Mets Catching Savior?
Is Josh Thole the Mets Catching Savior?
metsmerizedonline.com — Sometimes it is tough to be a Mets fan, isn’t it? You sit and you watch other teams, both big market and small, call up player after player from their minor league system who step foot on a major league diamond and instantly make an impact. Some of these players they had a chance to draft ... (more) Is Josh Thole the Mets Catching Savior?
Red Sox 2009 Starting Rotation Review
sportsofboston.com — The mixed bag that was the starting rotation received a B+ in my report card . If the Red Sox could pitch Josh Beckett and Jon Lester every other day, they would have earned an A+, however, that’s just not possible. Numbers 1 and 1A each started 32 games and Clay Buchholz, who was mostly ... (more) Red Sox 2009 Starting Rotation Review
Sunday Rafters Report
Sunday Rafters Report
kingsofkauffman.com — It’s Sunday which means it is time for another update on the Royals prospects playing in the AFL. Thursday, October 29th (3-0 Win) CF-Jarrod Dyson: 2-4, 2 R, 1 BB, 1 SB SS-Jeff Bianchi: 1-4 RHP-Aaron Hartsock: 1.0 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 0 BB, 0 SO Friday, October 30th (6-5 Loss) 3B-Mike ... (more) Sunday Rafters Report
Is Josh Thole the Mets Catching Savior?
rotoprofessor.com — Sometimes it is tough to be a Mets fan, isn’t it? You sit and you watch other teams, both big market and small, call up player after player from their minor league system who step foot on a major league diamond and instantly make an impact. Some of these players they had a chance to draft... (more) Is Josh Thole the Mets Catching Savior?
Great Moments in Niche Blogging
Great Moments in Niche Blogging
hardballtimes.com — Reader and Dodger fan Josh Fisher has found his bloggy calling. It's called Dodger Divorce . But allow Josh to explain it: Greetings, Dodger fans, and a pleasant afternoon to you, wherever you may be. Welcome to Dodger Divorce, a blog designed to be your one-stop shop for news and insight ... (more) Great Moments in Niche Blogging
2010 Diamondback Position Battles – First Base
2010 Diamondback Position Battles – First Base
dbacksvenom.com — First Base is the position that needs to see the biggest improvement for the D’Backs in 2010. During the 2009 season, the D’Backs used eight different players at 1B, and as a group they hit a collective .228/.321 OBP/.396 SLG. The first basemen’s OPS (On-Base+Slugging) of ... (more) 2010 Diamondback Position Battles – First Base
Cliff Lee, Chase Utley Help Phillies Take Game One
Cliff Lee, Chase Utley Help Phillies Take Game One
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — On a rainy, misty night in the Bronx, Cliff Lee dominated a powerful New York Yankee lineup and Chase Utley hit two homeruns as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Yankees 6-1 to take a 1-0 lead in their best-of-seven World Series. (more) Cliff Lee, Chase Utley Help Phillies Take Game One
How much will the Red Sox spend in 2010?
How much will the Red Sox spend in 2010?
bottomlinesox.com — The Red Sox will spend $120M before offering Jason Bay a nickle this offseason... will Theo Epstein be willing to go beyond $130M...? (more) How much will the Red Sox spend in 2010?
Wrapping up a game that went completely wrong
yankees.lhblogs.com — Chase Utley became the second left-handed hitter in World Series history to hit two home runs off a left-handed pitcher in a single game. The first was Babe Ruth, and that’s pretty much the only thing about tonight’s game that harkened ... (more) Wrapping up a game that went completely wrong
Cub Contingent Leads Solar Sox to Victory
Cub Contingent Leads Solar Sox to Victory
thecubreporter.com — Andrew Cashner threw four innings of no run, no hit ball and Starlin Castro had two hits, drove in one run and scored two more, and made the defensive play of the day, as the Mesa Solar Sox exterminated the Mesa Scorpions 12-5 this afternoon at HoHoKam Park in Mesa. box score  ... (more) Cub Contingent Leads Solar Sox to Victory
Tools Of Ignorance
Tools Of Ignorance
nleastchatter.com — Perhaps the Mets would be better served by a large piece of plywood behind the plate “We used no mattress on our hands, no cage upon our face, We stood right up and caught the ball, with courage and with grace.” - George Ellard, C, 1869 Red Stockings As Met fans we are ... (more) Tools Of Ignorance
Wednesday in the Nation
Wednesday in the Nation
fenwaywest.com — Here are some of the things being discussed in the Nation today: Josh Beckett answers some fan mail - Sawxheads Tony Mazz is rooting for the Yanks . - Mazz Blog Aroldis Chapman's agent is making too many friends - Sports Agent Blog Terry Francona's influence is everywhere - Over the ... (more) Wednesday in the Nation
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty : The None Of The Above Edition 10-28-09
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty : The None Of The Above Edition 10-28-09
nleastchatter.com — This goes out to all the Mets fans that would rather have root canal without anesthesia than root for either of the two arrogant and obnoxious teams that have made it to the world series. Get off your knees ! Get to your feet and unbow your head! Nobody will live life for you! Or you will ... (more) This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty : The None Of The ...
Update: Thole, Carter, Stoner
Update: Thole, Carter, Stoner
nleastchatter.com — We have reported on the success and demise in some cases of our babies playing for the Surprise Rafters. Now it’s time to checkup on those not quite babies anymore also playing Winter Ball. The Mets catcher in waiting Josh Thole playing for Leones ... (more) Update: Thole, Carter, Stoner
Bill James 2010 Red Sox Predictions
Bill James 2010 Red Sox Predictions
bottomlinesox.com — Bill James has already compiled his stats for the 2010 season... check 'em out at The Bottom Line! (more) Bill James 2010 Red Sox Predictions
O’s Prospects In The AFL
O’s Prospects In The AFL
camdencrazies.com — The Arizon Fall League season is about a third over, and so far there have been several pretty impressive performances by Orioles prospects. Josh Bell and Brandon Snyder are the biggest names, but Baltimore did send a whole host of players out West to play some ball. Third-baseman Josh Bell ... (more) O’s Prospects In The AFL
Twitter / Josh Krulewitz: Steve Phillips is no longe ...
Twitter / Josh Krulewitz: Steve Phillips is no longe ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! Steve Phillips is no longer working for ESPN. His ability to be an effective rep of ESPN has been significantly & irreparably damaged. about 1 hour ago from web jksports Josh Krulewitz Footer 2009 Twitter About ... (more) Twitter / Josh Krulewitz: Steve Phillips is no longe ...
2010 Free Agents: Starting Pitchers
advancedfantasybaseball.com — Josh Beckett will definitely have his option picked up by the Boston Red Sox. But this list is a lot stronger than we've been led to believe by the bigger media guys. If I ran a team like the Washington Nationals I'd be all over Ben Sheets , Brandon Webb (if the D'Backs are actually dumb enough ... (more) 2010 Free Agents: Starting Pitchers
Ben Cherington to Take Hoyer's Spot
Ben Cherington to Take Hoyer's Spot
fenwaywest.com — Jed Hoyer is leaving the Red Sox to become the GM of the Padres. Peter Gammons is reporting that Ben Cherington will fill Hoyer's position with the team. Cherington has been with the team as a senior vice president and acted as co-GM with Hoyer when Theo briefly left the team in the gorilla ... (more) Ben Cherington to Take Hoyer's Spot
San Diego Padres Hire Jed Hoyer As GM
San Diego Padres Hire Jed Hoyer As GM
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — I guess the farewell lunch the Boston Red Sox held for Jed Hoyer today kind of gave it away huh? According to various sources, the San Diego Padres have hired Red Sox Assistant GM Jed Hoyer to be their new GM. Hoyer replaces Kevin Towers who was fired at the beginning of the month. (more) San Diego Padres Hire Jed Hoyer As GM
Josh Vitters is Getting Better Defensively
Josh Vitters is Getting Better Defensively
bleachernation.com — Considered the Chicago Cubs’ top positional prospect, and top overall prospect since the moment the team made him the third pick in the 2007 draft, the primary knock on Josh Vitters has been his defense. A third baseman by trade, few scouts give him much of a chance to stick at the ... (more) Josh Vitters is Getting Better Defensively
Baby Mets AFL Update
Baby Mets AFL Update
nleastchatter.com — Why slow you down with comments? Here is what you want: Ike Davis : 6 games .423 BA, .429 OBP, .731 SLG, 1.159 OPS 1HR 19 TB Duda : 2 games .400 BA, .500 OBP, .600 SLG, 1.100 OPS 0HR 3 TB Tejada : 5 games, .318 BA, .375 OBP, .455 SLG, .830 OPS 0HR 10 TB 2SB Havens : 1 game, .000 ... (more) Baby Mets AFL Update
Josh Reddick Talks About Making it Big
Josh Reddick Talks About Making it Big
fenwaywest.com — Josh Reddick talked with his hometown TV station about his experiences this year with the Red Sox. Watch below: (more) Josh Reddick Talks About Making it Big
Pros & Cons: Ben Sheets
Pros & Cons: Ben Sheets
bottomlinesox.com — Should the Red Sox sign Ben Sheets this offseason? Tell us what you think at The Bottom Line... (more) Pros & Cons: Ben Sheets
Pittsburgh Pirates Top 50 Prospects: 36-40
Pittsburgh Pirates Top 50 Prospects: 36-40
buccofans.com — To cap off the end of the 2009 season, I'm going to be counting down my list of the top 50 prospects in the Pittsburgh Pirates' system. This week I'll be running through prospects 31-50 in groups of five, with one group a day. Starting next week I'll be counting down one prospect per day, with ... (more) Pittsburgh Pirates Top 50 Prospects: 36-40
Josh Harrison Video Recap
Josh Harrison Video Recap
buccofans.com — The Pittsburgh Pirates added Josh Harrison in a trade with the Chicago Cubs this past season. BUCCO Fans.com was in attendance for several games played by Harrison in the minors, and has a video recap of his progress in high-A ball. (more) Josh Harrison Video Recap
Down on the Farm All-Star Team: RP Josh Rainwater
Down on the Farm All-Star Team: RP Josh Rainwater
mackavenuetigers.com — By JayRC In an effort to reward less talked about minor leaguers, only players that did not get called up to the Tigers this season were eligible. The breakdown of the roster consists of one player per position, a designated hitter, five starting pitchers and five relievers. As always, ... (more) Down on the Farm All-Star Team: RP Josh Rainwater
Arizona Fall League Update
Arizona Fall League Update
nleastchatter.com — The National League East has transplanted west in the sunshine of Arizona for the moment, except of course for the Philadelphia Phillies who are still alive in the playoffs. Here is a statistical recap of the players the National League East sent to the Arizona Fall League: Phoenix Desert ... (more) Arizona Fall League Update
2009 Analysis: Pat Misch
2009 Analysis: Pat Misch
metstoday.com — Patrick Misch’s singlemost important contribution to the Mets organization may have been enabling a smooth September debut for rookie catcher Josh Thole. For it was the easy-throwing,... [[ This is a summary ... visit MetsToday.com for the ... (more) 2009 Analysis: Pat Misch
Beckett vs Halladay
Beckett vs Halladay
fenwaywest.com — Josh Beckett and Roy Halladay will both be free agents after next season. If the Jays do not deal Halladay during the offseason they will most likely deal him before the trade deadline if they are not in the playoff hunt. The Red Sox might try to extend Beckett's contract before the end of ... (more) Beckett vs Halladay
No Mid-Season Split Improvement
No Mid-Season Split Improvement
mvn.com — After being demoted in late June, Andy Sonnanstine was called up to the club in a mop-up/spot starter role for September. Although not an ideal sample size to take, here are the splits for Sonnanstine when facing right-handed hitters before and after his demotion. table.tableizer-table {border: ... (more) No Mid-Season Split Improvement
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