Matt Murton Archive

The Web's most popular Matt Murton news, videos, and blogs archive.

12
0
Links7
Cubs call Murton back up, but only as trade bait? -- ChicagoSports.com
| Tribune reporter 11:14 PM CDT, June 17, 2008 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Cubs recalled Matt Murton from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday and sent Eric Patterson back down, though they may just be showcasing Murton for a possible deal. "We hated to send ...
9
0
Links0
Sullivan’s Latest Rangers Mailbag; Nolan Ryan For President?
Why the potential blockbuster trade centered around Erik Bedard is of special relevance to the Rangers' off-season plan; the struggles of Joaquin Arias; will Nolan Ryan's most recent flirtation with the Texas Rangers prove to be fruitful for all parties involved?
9
0
Links5
 Thunder Matt Murton, 2005-2008
Thunder Matt Murton, 2005-2008
We're gathered here today to remember Thunder Matthew Henry Murton . He was a good man and a immense talent who never really got a fair shot in his 3+ years with the Chicago Cubs. His on-field accomplishments were often times overshadowed by his ...
8
0
Links0
 Rangers Notebook: A New Era
Rangers Notebook: A New Era
The Texas Rangers celebrate their 22nd Annual Fan Fest; Baseball America names the Rangers' resurgent farm system the 4th best in baseball; the death of the rumored Marlon Byrd for Matt Murton swap.
10
2
Links7
Cubs keep Fontenot, cut Cintron; Murton odd man out -- ChicagoSports.com
Fontenot's versatility key to keeping him on roster By Paul Sullivan | Tribune reporter 11:06 PM CDT, March 26, 2008 TEMPE, Ariz. - Lou Piniella has a unique way of giving his players good news, as Mike Fontenot discovered on Tuesday at Cubs camp. ...
7
0
Links0
Rangers, Cubs Talking Byrd Exchange?
Are the Chicago Cubs and Texas Rangers on the verge of pulling off a Marlon Byrd for Matt Murton swap?
6
0
Links5
Murton, Cherry coming up
As the trading deadline turns | Latest postings Originally posted: July 27, 2007 Murton, Cherry coming up By Paul Sullivan, 9:18 a.m. The Cubs are turning to Iowa for reinforcements again and plan to call up right-fielder Matt Murton and right-hander ...
6
0
Links3
 TOP 11 REASONS THE A'S TRADED RICH HARDEN
TOP 11 REASONS THE A'S TRADED RICH HARDEN
by DMtShooter , Five Tool Tool Before we get into today's list, I'd like to ask you all to visit Hugging Harold Reynolds and vote for your old pal Shooter in this week's Iron Ref contest . Together, we can beat the World of Isaac and Soxaholix ...
6
0
Links5
 Murton Very Available
Murton Very Available
Per the Chicago Sun-Times , Matt Murton is officially not a part of the Cubs' plans.  Today Lou Piniella named Mike Fontenot as the final player on the five man bench, ruling out the possibility of Murton making the roster and going on to say ...
4
0
Links0
Sexy Pick Alert: It's (Felix) Pie Time
In case you missed it, Alfonso Soriano came up lame while diving for a ball last night. While the...
4
0
Links3
Cubs send Murton down, lefty called up on ChicagoSports.com
Matt Murton was sent to Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday to work on his overall game, returning to the minors for the first time since being called up in July 2005. The Cubs were displeased that Murton has struggled at the plate and in the field while ...
4
0
Links1
 Matt Murton in HD? Holy Ginger.
Matt Murton in HD? Holy Ginger.
Great write-up of the possible acquisition of the Cubbies by Cuban.
4
0
Links0
 Cubs in First....Feeling Good
Cubs in First....Feeling Good
Welcome back to Chicago, Matt Murton. I can't say we really missed you while you were gone, but we sure loved having you back last night.....
4
0
Links4
Murton odd man out as Cubs close in on opening roster
MESA, Ariz. ­ The Cubs¹ acquisition of outfielder Reed Johnson has left career .296 hitter Matt Murton out of the Cubs¹ plans for their opening roster, and the team will try to help the outfielder land a big-league job through a trade in the ...
4
0
Links4
Murton to be called up; Patterson likely out -- ChicagoSports.com
Right-handed bat helps fill hole in the outfield By Paul Sullivan | Tribune staff reporter 9:24 PM CDT, June 16, 2008 Matt Murton will get another chance to prove he's a major-league player this week when the Cubs recall him from Triple-A Iowa before ...
5
0
Links0
Baseball Transactions - Tuesday
Boston Bartolo Colon - Back injury, 15-day DL. Chris Smith - Recalled from Pawtucket (AAA). Chicago Cubs Matt Murton - Recalled from Iowa (AAA). Eric Patterson - Optioned to Iowa (AAA). Chicago White Sox Carlos Quentin - Missed 1 game (thumb injury). Paul Konerko - Oblique injury, 15-day DL ...
4
0
Links4
The Chicago Cubs’ Lineup Features the Greatest Collection of Nicknames in the History of ...
For some reason, FOX thinks that a normal rundown of a team’s lineup just won’t do. That’s where Chicago Cub pitcher, Matt Murton, comes in. To be fair, Aramis “One of the more consistent hitters in the league” ...
4
0
Links1
 Cubbies Have a Harden
Cubbies Have a Harden
The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed pitcher (and left-handed batter) Rich Harden from the Oakland Athletics in a six-player trade Tuesday, along with righty Chad Gaudin in exchange for right-handed pitcher Sean Gallagher, outfielders Matt Murton and Eric Patterson, and minor league catcher Josh Donaldson.
3
0
Links0
 Patterson Up, Pie Stays Down
Patterson Up, Pie Stays Down
The Cubs announced that 2b/OF Eric Patterson was be promoted from AAA Iowa today instead of fan favorite Felix Pie. Curious as to what this means??? Here you go, real quick like: - Soriano is going to be out at least 3 weeks. Last time he injured his leg they didn't call anyone up because of his ability to heal quickly. Since Soriano was placed on the DL he MUST stay out 15 ...
3
0
Links0
 Final Countdown.....
Final Countdown.....
It feels like it has been forever since I've written a Cubs related article, so sorry about that. Then again, maybe that makes you happy. Anyways, there are 45 games left in the season and right now the Cubs are 60-57 and only 1.5 games out of the NL Central lead and 3 games out of the Wild Card lead. The Cubs have cooled off considerably since their hot June and July

1 2 3 4 ... 7 Next Next

1 2 3 4 ... 7 Next Next