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Jake Westbrook and Rafael Perez bring hope to Indians pitching staff
Jake Westbrook and Rafael Perez bring hope to Indians pitching staff
bringingbackboudreau.blogspot.com — Manny Acta and the Cleveland Indians are desperate for starting pitching. So desperate, in fact, that Manny... Acta has suggested already that Westbrook is going to be the Indians #1 starter. "I can't give you five pitchers exactly," said Acta. We're counting a lot on Jake Westbrook to complete ... (more) Jake Westbrook and Rafael Perez bring hope to Indians ...
Watching Westbrook
Watching Westbrook
bringingbackboudreau.blogspot.com — Cleveland Indians fans will have all eyes on Jake Westbrook tonight as he makes his first start... for Leones de Ponce of the Puerto Rican Winter League. This is Westbrook's first start since elbow soreness shut him down after only three rehab assignments last year on August 4th. Westbrook last ... (more) Watching Westbrook
Four Cleveland Indians to Give Thanks For
Four Cleveland Indians to Give Thanks For
bringingbackboudreau.blogspot.com — It's Thanksgiving here at the Reservation, and when you are a fan of any Cleveland team, it... can be quite the chore to find something or someone not named LeBron to be thankful for. I've always looked at my 38-year tenure as a Cleveland fan as a road less traveled, as Robert Frost used to say. ... (more) Four Cleveland Indians to Give Thanks For
Torey Lovullo finally gets promoted...to Pawtucket
Torey Lovullo finally gets promoted...to Pawtucket
bringingbackboudreau.blogspot.com — Torey Lovullo finally got his promotion out of Columbus, although it wasn't likely what he had in... mind when the hot stove season began. According to Paul Hoynes at the Plain Dealer, Lovullo will become the new manager of the Pawtucket Red Sox, taking over for Ron Johnson, who ironically was ... (more) Torey Lovullo finally gets promoted...to Pawtucket
Kernan : Boston’s ‘04 & ‘07 W.S. Rings Were Manny-Enhanced
Kernan : Boston’s ‘04 & ‘07 W.S. Rings Were Manny-Enhanced
cantstopthebleeding.com — While the Daily News’ duo of Mark Feisand and Bill Madden report the Theo Epstein is making... a considerable effort to acquire Roy Halladay from Toronto, NY Post competitor Kevin Kernan (above) remains unimpressed with a Boston’s postseason success this past decade, ranking the Red ... (more) Kernan : Boston’s ‘04 & ‘07 W.S. ...
Sandy Alomar Returns: Acta and The Tribe Throw Fans a Bone
Sandy Alomar Returns: Acta and The Tribe Throw Fans a Bone
bleacherreport.com — Conducting his second television interview in as many days, Manny Acta sat on the set of All... Bets Are Off with Bruce Drennan knowing full well he was about to drop a bombshell. The idea was brought up in the past few weeks and was even denied by ... (more) Sandy Alomar Returns: Acta and The Tribe Throw Fans a Bone
LeBrownsTown Links
LeBrownsTown Links
lebrownstown.com — Thediatribe.com discusses some positions that Manny Acta might need to sort out during the offseason. It has... been mentioned that the Indians might be interested in bringing in a veteran catcher even though the Indians find themselves overflowing with catchers. Might a utility infielder also be ... (more) LeBrownsTown Links
Acta Versus Sparky
Acta Versus Sparky
baseballmusings.com — Paul Hoynes sits down with Manny Acta for a long interview . As in his time with... Washington, Acta says all the right things about using statistics, and I really like his take on base running: Q. Your clubs in Washington didn’t have a lot of speed. How will you use the speed and ... (more) Acta Versus Sparky
A Lazy Sunday with Manny’s Wish List
A Lazy Sunday with Manny’s Wish List
clevelandtribeblog.blogspot.com — Inching closer and closer to Turkey Day with the tasks of the weekend revolving around getting the... house ready for what promises to be a holiday season full of house guests, let’s get going on a Lazy Sunday with Manny Acta’s Christmas List, some roster decisions, and the latest Top Prospect ... (more) A Lazy Sunday with Manny’s Wish List
Ever-confident Sheffield game for a comeback
boston.com — 1. New Indians manager Manny Acta has already announced Jake Westbrook as his Opening Day starter; 2.... Interesting themes in the AL Central: The Indians are emphasizing a good start (for a change) while the White Sox are telling their pitchers to be in ... (more) Ever-confident Sheffield game for a comeback
Indians skipper Manny Acta: 'I want to become one of the elite six or seven' managers
Indians skipper Manny Acta: 'I want to become one of the elite six or seven' managers
cleveland.com — The Indians' new manager talks extensively about his plans for the Indians and how he worked his... way through the minor leagues. (more) Indians skipper Manny Acta: 'I want to become one of the ...
Cleveland Indians Offseason News: 40-Man Roster, Rule V Draft and Free Agency
Cleveland Indians Offseason News: 40-Man Roster, Rule V Draft and Free Agency
waitingfornextyear.com — The Indians brought seven new minor leagues into the mix on their their official 40-man roster Friday... morning. TD first mentioned the story on the blog yesterday in talking about how Jordan Brown finally received his well worth promotion to the big leagues. That was not the only story of the day ... (more) Cleveland Indians Offseason News: 40-Man Roster, Rule V ...
Indians Expected To Name Alvaro Espinoza to Staff
Indians Expected To Name Alvaro Espinoza to Staff
letsgotribe.com — Manny Acta and the Cleveland Indians have announced a press conference for tomorrow morning where they will... announce that Alvaro Espinoza has been hired to a newly minted position: On/Off-Field Coordinator With Regards To Preparing For A Mid-1990s ... (more) Indians Expected To Name Alvaro Espinoza to Staff
Does Manny Acta's win breads winning philosophy work against him?
Does Manny Acta's win breads winning philosophy work against him?
bringingbackboudreau.blogspot.com — For those of you that haven't seen Manny Acta on "More Sports and Les Levine," here is... the interview. The interview is a good one, as Acta continued to carry an interview very well since his hire. He obviously knows his stuff, and does his homework, but we've been saying that from the very ... (more) Does Manny Acta's win breads winning philosophy work ...
Rule V Round Up, Alomar Speaks and Minor League Free Agents
thetribedaily.com — Cleveland's Rule V Roster Round Up and their Minor League Free Agents. Plus, Sandy Alomar Jr. speaks... to Cleveland's media and Manny Acta has lunch with reporters to cover up some loose ends. (more) Rule V Round Up, Alomar Speaks and Minor League Free Agents
Hot Stove to kick off quietly for Tribe
Hot Stove to kick off quietly for Tribe
cleveland.indians.mlb.com — By Anthony Castrovince / MLB.com 11/19/09 1:00 AM EST CLEVELAND -- Free agency officially begins at 12:01... a.m. ET on Friday. Don't expect any alarm clocks to go off in the Indians' front office at that time. This figures to be a quiet Hot Stove season ... (more) Hot Stove to kick off quietly for Tribe
"There's nothing more satisfying than looking down after lunch and seeing nothing but a table."
castrovince.mlblogs.com — By Anthony Castrovince/MLB.com http://castrovince.mlblogs.com http://www.twitter.com/castrovince Manny Acta had lunch with the Indians' beat reporters this afternoon, and... the first piece of news to come out of it is that this guy loves the margherita ... (more) "There's nothing more satisfying than looking down after ...
The Return of Sandy Alomar Jr.
The Return of Sandy Alomar Jr.
bringingbackboudreau.blogspot.com — Is it sad that the biggest cheer on opening day of the 2010 Cleveland Indians' season is... going to be reserved for the Tribe's new first base coach? Yesterday, manager Manny Acta announced in a surprise move that former Indians backstop Sandy Alomar Jr. would be taking over the duties as first ... (more) The Return of Sandy Alomar Jr.
Sandy Mania, Acta Thoughts and Other Stuff
thetribedaily.com — Post-Sandy mania and more coherent thoughts about the Cleveland Indians new first base coach. Reflection on Manny... Acta's TV interviews the past few days, and other things about the Tribe. (more) Sandy Mania, Acta Thoughts and Other Stuff
The Indians new coaching staff emerges
The Indians new coaching staff emerges
bringingbackboudreau.blogspot.com — Finally, the Cleveland Indians braintrust has sent out some white smoke from the reservation. As noted here... at B3 on Sunday , Mark Shapiro and the the Indians front office were being fairly methodical in choosing their coaching staff. After weeks of searching, the Indians have finally begun ... (more) The Indians new coaching staff emerges
Indians Hire Sandy Alomar Jr. as First Base Coach
Indians Hire Sandy Alomar Jr. as First Base Coach
indiansconfidential.com — The Cleveland Indians and Manager MANNY ACTA today announced the hiring of SANDY ALOMAR, JR. as First... Base Coach. Alomar, 43, spent eleven (11) seasons catching with the Cleveland Indians from 1990-2000 where he was a six-time All-Star selection and last summer was the 33rd player to be ... (more) Indians Hire Sandy Alomar Jr. as First Base Coach
Sandy Alomar Jr. Bails Out On Minaya And The Mets
Sandy Alomar Jr. Bails Out On Minaya And The Mets
metsmerizedonline.com — According to Paul Hones of the Cleveland Plain Dealer , the Cleveland Indians have announced that Sandy... Alomar Jr. has left the Mets to become their their first base coach in 2010. Alomar, 43, was named manager Manny Acta’s first base coach today. The former All-Star will also ... (more) Sandy Alomar Jr. Bails Out On Minaya And The Mets
Cleveland Indians name Sandy Alomar Jr. first base coach
Cleveland Indians name Sandy Alomar Jr. first base coach
cleveland.com — Sandy Alomar Jr. is returning to the Indians as the first base coach... (more) Cleveland Indians name Sandy Alomar Jr. first base coach
SANDY'S BACK!
SANDY'S BACK!
thetribedaily.com — Sandy Alomar Jr is coming home! Manny Acta drops the bombshell that Cleveland has hired Alomar Jr... as the new first base coach for the Cleveland Indians. SANDY!!! (more) SANDY'S BACK!
Alomar Jr. joins Tribe staff
Alomar Jr. joins Tribe staff
cleveland.indians.mlb.com — By Anthony Castrovince / MLB.com 11/17/09 7:18 PM EST CLEVELAND -- That guy directing traffic at first... base at Progressive Field next season will be a familiar face to Tribe fans. Sandy Alomar Jr. is coming back to the Indians. Manager Manny Acta, ... (more) Alomar Jr. joins Tribe staff
Manny Acta on "More Sports and Les Levine" 11/16/09 (video)
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Manny Acta on "More Sports and Les Levine" 11/16/09 (video)
youtube.com — Highlights from Tribe Manager Manny Acta's 11/16/09 appearance on NEON. To watch the entire interview, go to... NEON ON DEMAND Channel 501 after 11/17. (more) Manny Acta on "More Sports and Les Levine" ...
Could Pacquaio & Mayweather Fight At Yankee Stadium?
Could Pacquaio & Mayweather Fight At Yankee Stadium?
fackyouk.blogspot.com — On the heels of Manny Pacquiao's 12th round TKO against Miguel Cotto that took place in the... wee hours of this past Sunday morning, the New York Times wonders if the first boxing match in the New Yankee Stadium could be the biggest fight boxing has seen in quite some time : With the undefeated ... (more) Could Pacquaio & Mayweather Fight At Yankee Stadium?
Coming Together: Acta names three to staff
Coming Together: Acta names three to staff
thetribedaily.com — Manny Acta hires three new coaches to the Cleveland Indians. Former National third base coach Tim Tolman... as the bench coach, Clippers pitching coach Scott Radinsky as the bullpen coach, and former Phillies third base coach Steve Smith as the third base and infielders coach. (more) Coming Together: Acta names three to staff
Tribe Undervalues Managerial Experience (Again)
Tribe Undervalues Managerial Experience (Again)
lebrownstown.com — When Manny Acta became the 40th skipper in Indians history, most fans were upset at an what... was perceived as a bargain hire. While a dynamic personality like Bobby Valentine would have pleased the masses, I felt building a diverse staff in terms of experience and background was important. Thus, ... (more) Tribe Undervalues Managerial Experience (Again)
All-Aughts Team of the Decade LF: Manny Ramirez
All-Aughts Team of the Decade LF: Manny Ramirez
firebrandal.com — When Boston fans look back on the 2000s years from now, David Ortiz and Manny Ramirez will... only have grown in stature. For the rest of all our natural lives, any dominating three-four duo in the lineup will be compared to Papi/ManRam to determine ‘the best ever.’ (Fire Brand ... (more) All-Aughts Team of the Decade LF: Manny Ramirez
The Fight Tonight: Pacquiao vs. Cotto
The Fight Tonight: Pacquiao vs. Cotto
fackyouk.blogspot.com — We don't talk too much about the boxing here at Fack Youk but the 145 lb bout... between Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto tonight couldn't fall more squarely in our wheelhouse. The photo about was taken at the press conference for the fight held at Yankee Stadium and we've discussed both ... (more) The Fight Tonight: Pacquiao vs. Cotto
It’s in the mail
It’s in the mail
hardballtimes.com — The Hardball Times Annual 2010 is now shipping. If you ordered it from ACTA, you will receive... it very soon (if you haven't already). If you ordered it from Amazon, you'll get in a couple of weeks. I warned you... I learned yesterday that the Annual was printed by the same printer that printed ... (more) It’s in the mail
A Scout’s Take on Montero, Brackman, Banuelos, and Hector Noesi
A Scout’s Take on Montero, Brackman, Banuelos, and Hector Noesi
mvn.com — Former Texas Rangers scout, Frankie Piliere, discusses some Yankee prospects on Fanhouse . He runs down Jesus... Montero, Andrew Brackman, Manny Banuelos, and Hector Noesi. I already know a ton about the first three guys, but the Hector Noesi report really intrigued me. As far as unheralded guys ... (more) A Scout’s Take on Montero, Brackman, Banuelos, and ...
It's JR
It's JR
thenatsblog.com — Well, the search is over. Similar to the hunt for a new GM in Washington, the Nationals... have simply dropped the "Interim" title from the person they had. Today, the Washington Nationals announced that Jim Riggleman would keep the job he took over mid-way though last season. Terms of the deal ... (more) It's JR
Chase Utley lone Silver Slugger winner
Chase Utley lone Silver Slugger winner
macho-row.blogspot.com — Utley hitting his second home run in game five of the 2009 World Series. AP Photo Utley... wins fourth consecutive Silver Slugger at second base A day after Jimmy Rollins and Shane Victorino were awarded Gold Gloves , an award many felt Chase Utley had deserved, Utley became the only ... (more) Chase Utley lone Silver Slugger winner
Riggleman Named Nationals’ Manager and Zimmerman Gets More Hardware
Riggleman Named Nationals’ Manager and Zimmerman Gets More Hardware
nationals.gearupforsports.com — I have made no secret of the fact that I wanted Jim Riggleman to stay on as... the Nationals’ manager, and today the club made it official . When Manny Acta was fired, it was said that he wasn’t holding the players accountable. Riggleman came in with a new approach, and began ... (more) Riggleman Named Nationals’ Manager and Zimmerman Gets ...
Nationals Take a Positive Step Towards Racial Progress
Nationals Take a Positive Step Towards Racial Progress
huggingharoldreynolds.blogspot.com — This week, the Washington Nationals finally broke down the social stigma that has plagued them for years,... and became the last franchise in Major League Baseball to hire a white manager. (more) Nationals Take a Positive Step Towards Racial Progress
Manny and His Boys
Manny and His Boys
rumbunter.com — The Roberto Clemente Museum post will be coming next week. In the meantime enjoy another great photo.... (more) Manny and His Boys
Riggleman named Nats' permanent manager
voices.washingtonpost.com — The Washington Nationals selected interim manager Jim Riggleman as their permanent manager on Wednesday, according to a... source familiar with the deliberations, ending a short but wide-ranging search. Riggleman, who turned 57 this week, was informed of ... (more) Riggleman named Nats' permanent manager
Jim Riggleman Expected To Be Named Washington Nationals Manager
Jim Riggleman Expected To Be Named Washington Nationals Manager
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — According to SI.com's Jon Heyman via Twitter, the Washington Nationals are expected to name Jim Riggleman as... manager. Riggleman took over for Manny Acta with 75 games remaining in the 2009 season after Acta was fired by the Nationals. Riggleman went 33-42 in those 75 games. (more) Jim Riggleman Expected To Be Named Washington Nationals ...
Riggleman hired as Nationals manager
mlb.mlb.com — By Bill Ladson / MLB.com 11/11/09 7:51 PM EST WASHINGTON -- The Nationals have decided to name... Jim Riggleman the permanent manager, according to a baseball source. The news comes five months after he was named the interim skipper, replacing Manny ... (more) Riggleman hired as Nationals manager
Nationals reportedly elevate Riggelman to full-time status
sportingnews.com — Sporting News staff reports The Washington Nationals have promoted interim manager Jim Riggelman to a permanent role... as skipper, according to former Nats general manager Jim Bowden.  ... (more) Nationals reportedly elevate Riggelman to full-time status
Manny Sanguillen: Best Photo in History; Under Armour Contest
Manny Sanguillen: Best Photo in History; Under Armour Contest
rumbunter.com — The Roberto Clemente Museum left me speechless for a few days. A post will be up as... soon as I can quit drooling over all the photos we took. In the meantime, please add a caption to this incredible picture. Winner gets an Under Armour shirt delivered free to their house. I can’t confirm ... (more) Manny Sanguillen: Best Photo in History; Under Armour ...
2010 Cleveland Indians looking up from the bottom
2010 Cleveland Indians looking up from the bottom
myteamrivals.typepad.com — The preseason 2010 MLB power polls are starting to appear. So far, the Indians are ranked last,... dead last, number 30. That is below Pittsburgh, Kansas City and even Washington. You may remember all the old Cleveland jokes: Next Tuesday everyone in Cleveland ... (more) 2010 Cleveland Indians looking up from the bottom
Kirk Gibson has the tools to be a manager
freep.com — Kirk Gibson wants to be a major league manager. "I love challenges," said Gibson, 52. "It seems... like the ultimate challenge." Gibson, bench coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks, has six years of major league coaching experience: his Tigers homecoming in ... (more) Kirk Gibson has the tools to be a manager
Poll: Your Feelings, Now and Then
sonsofstevegarvey.com — Surprise, surprise, Manny re-upped for his 2nd year at $20m. But so much has happened since last... March. Including 19 HR's, 63 RBI's, 0.290/0.418/0.531, and a 50-game suspension. So here's my question: How have your feelings changed, if at all, regarding Manny's 2-yr, $45-million, ... (more) Poll: Your Feelings, Now and Then
Preview of the 2010 Indians Starting Rotation
Preview of the 2010 Indians Starting Rotation
waitingfornextyear.com — Yesterday’s hire of Tim Belcher as Cleveland’s pitching coach gave a glimpse at what the Indians are... looking to accomplish this season at the Major League level. Belcher, who has been all around the organization for the past eight years, had a relatively solid MLB playing career ... (more) Preview of the 2010 Indians Starting Rotation
Manny Being a Dodger
Manny Being a Dodger
baseballmusings.com — Manny Ramirez decided to take his 2010 option with the Dodgers : The team said Friday that... the slugger exercised his $20 million contract option for 2010. His agent Scott Boras informed general manager Ned Colletti of the decision, which Ramirez had until this month to make. He could have ... (more) Manny Being a Dodger
Manny exercises option, will return to Dodgers
scoresreport.com — According to a report by SI.com , Manny Ramirez exercised his $20 million contract option for 2010... and will return to the Dodgers. The team said Friday that the slugger exercised his $20 million contract option for 2010. His agent Scott Boras informed Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti ... (more) Manny exercises option, will return to Dodgers
Manny exercises $20 million option with Dodgers
sportsillustrated.cnn.com — Manny Ramirez is coming back to the Dodgers next season.... (more) Manny exercises $20 million option with Dodgers
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