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Minor Moves: McPherson, Hulett, & Liz
fangraphs.com — A’s sign 3B Dallas McPherson to a minor league deal Amidst rumors of a potential Jack Cust... departure, it seems only right that Billy Beane goes out and inks the now 29-year-old McPherson. The big lefty has always butchered Triple-A pitching, but ... (more) Minor Moves: McPherson, Hulett, & Liz
What Each MLB Team Should Be Thankful For
What Each MLB Team Should Be Thankful For
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — For me, Thanksgiving is the best holiday of the year. It’s one of the few times of... the year when all bets are off when it comes to food. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie. It doesn’t get any better than that.  ... (more) What Each MLB Team Should Be Thankful For

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Holliday open to playing in any part of the country
Holliday open to playing in any part of the country
newsday.com — November 25, 2009 By KEN DAVIDOFF ken.davidoff@newsday.com Quick Summary As he sits atop the free-agent market, Matt... Holliday says he can envision playing anywhere. Matt Holliday is open to Photo credit: David Pokress | Matt Holliday is open to ... (more) Holliday open to playing in any part of the country
Oakland A’s Holiday Caravan with Rajai Davis, Brad Ziegler Autograph Signings
Oakland A’s Holiday Caravan with Rajai Davis, Brad Ziegler Autograph Signings
sportsgatherings.com — The Oakland A’s will be hosting their 2009 Holiday Caravan that will feature autograph signings and photo... opportunities. Rajai Davis and Brad Ziegler are expected to sign autographs. (more) Oakland A’s Holiday Caravan with Rajai Davis, Brad ...
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-23-09
This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-23-09
nleastchatter.com — So let me get this straight, from what I have been reading over the last few days... - our beloved Mets might be considering filling left field via trade with either Jack Crust or Jose Guillen ?!?! All I can say is - IF THIS IS THE CASE WHY BOTHER SENDING INVOICES TO US SEASON TICKET AND PARTIAL ... (more) This Day In Mets Infamy With Rusty 11-23-09
Does Cust belong in the NL...
Does Cust belong in the NL...
metsfever.blogspot.com — Adam Rubin speculates about Jack Cust, apparently the 30 y/o OF/DH is available and the A's are... looking to move him before salary arbitration. He won't cost much in trade or contract and will provide 25 HRs and 100 walks but he is also only a .239 hitter with almost 200 strikeouts per season. ... (more) Does Cust belong in the NL...
A's Sign Dallas McPherson
halosheaven.com — A's Sign Dallas McPherson Damn. I was hoping to see him back with the Bees. It's going to... be very hard to root for a guy in the green and gold, but I'll do it. Good luck Dallas. (more) A's Sign Dallas McPherson
Scrapbook Memories - The Finale
Scrapbook Memories - The Finale
inhistoric.com — I woke up early the morning of Sunday October 29, 1989, walked down to the 7-11, and... proceeded to buy one of each newspaper on the stand that day.  Who knew that the images that adorned those sports pages would be brought back to life on a blog site some 20 years later? Who knew that ... (more) Scrapbook Memories - The Finale
"All-time games marathon on MLB Network" by Parting Schotts
dailygazette.com — If you don't want to watch football games Thanksgiving weekend, then tune into MLB Network for a... marathon of all-time games. MLB Network will air classic baseball games, starting at 3:30 p.m. Thursday with the 1971 All-Star game. That was the game in ... (more) "All-time games marathon on MLB Network" by Parting Schotts
Players A to Z, Andrew Bailey
Players A to Z, Andrew Bailey
baseballmusings.com — Andrew Bailey. Photo: Icon SMI Andrew Bailey pitches in relief for the Oakland Athletics as their closer.... He won the 2009 AL Rookie of the Year award. Bailey did everything right as a pitcher in 2009 . He struck out 91 in 83 1/3 innings of work, a rate of 9.8 K per nine innings. He walked ... (more) Players A to Z, Andrew Bailey
Andrew Bailey
Andrew Bailey
baseballindepth.com — Andrew Bailey was named AL Rookie of the Year last week, and it was well deserved. Since... 2000, there have been 154 instances of a pitcher having a season with more than 80 IP and no starts. Bailey's 2009 season is one of only 13 with an ERA under 2.00 and he places 7th on the list. There were ... (more) Andrew Bailey
Oakland Athletics, third baseman Dallas McPherson agree to minor league deal
Oakland Athletics, third baseman Dallas McPherson agree to minor league deal
sports.espn.go.com — Free agent third baseman Dallas McPherson has agreed to terms with the Oakland A's on a minor... league contract with an invitation to major league spring training camp, his agent said. (more) Oakland Athletics, third baseman Dallas McPherson agree ...
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sbnation.com — AP Stats Certain photos copyright 2009 by Associated Press or Getty Images. Any commercial use or distribution... without the express written consent of Associated Press and Getty Images is strictly prohibited. AP Stats Scoreboard data copyright 2009 ... (more) Oakland Athletics
An Interview with Oakland GM Billy Beane
An Interview with Oakland GM Billy Beane
minorleagueball.com — More photos » by Eric Risberg - AP In this Feb. 16, 2009 file photo, Oakland Athletics... owner Lew Wolff, left, and general manager Billy Beane, center, talk with ... (more) An Interview with Oakland GM Billy Beane
My ballot: American League Rookie of the Year
My ballot: American League Rookie of the Year
bases.nbcsports.com — Later today the Baseball Writers Association of America will announce their choice for AL Rookie of the... Year, but first here's how my ballot would look: 1. Andrew Bailey, Oakland 2. Elvis Andrus, Texas 3. Jeff Niemann, Tampa Bay 4.... (more) My ballot: American League Rookie of the Year
Coghlan, Bailey named Rookies of the Year
Coghlan, Bailey named Rookies of the Year
bases.nbcsports.com — This morning I laid out my Rookie of the Year picks, choosing A's reliever Andrew Bailey in... the American League and Pirates center fielder Andrew McCutchen in the National League. This afternoon the Baseball Writers Association of America announced ... (more) Coghlan, Bailey named Rookies of the Year
Our Tribute to a Fallen Angel
Our Tribute to a Fallen Angel
bringingheat.com — There isn’t anyone who hasn’t heard the story and tragic death of Angels promising right hander A... photo of Nick Adenhart at last night's home game against the Oakland Athletics (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) . It’s one that will pull at your heart strings and make you think ... (more) Our Tribute to a Fallen Angel
Oakland Athletics agree ten-year radio deal
Oakland Athletics agree ten-year radio deal
sportspromedia.com — Major League Baseball franchise the Oakland Athletics has signed a ten-year contract with XTRA Sports 860 (KTRB)... that sees the station acquire radio broadcast rights for the team's Radio Network. (more) Oakland Athletics agree ten-year radio deal
Breakfast Links: Self Promotion at it's Finest
Breakfast Links: Self Promotion at it's Finest
mlbnotebook.com — I've been falling behind in my self-promotion as of late, and we can't have that, can we?... At FanGraphs , the Free Agency Fantasy Impact series continues with Justin Duchscherer: "Because he doesn't overpower hitters (~86 MPH fastball), the elbow shouldn't be a problem. If his mental health ... (more) Breakfast Links: Self Promotion at it's Finest
Cubs Spring Schedule Set ... Moves on the Horizon
Cubs Spring Schedule Set ... Moves on the Horizon
chicagocubsonline.com — The NL and AL Manager of the Year honors were handed out on Wednesday ... with Mike... Scioscia and former Chicago Cub, Jim Tracy winning the awards. The NL Cy Young will be announced on Thursday with one of two Redbirds expected finish in the top spots in the voting. The Cubs announced their ... (more) Cubs Spring Schedule Set ... Moves on the Horizon
Beane looking to go young in offseason
Beane looking to go young in offseason
oakland.athletics.mlb.com — By Mychael Urban / MLB.com 11/19/09 3:00 AM EST OAKLAND -- The 15-day window in which teams... hold exclusive negotiating rights with their own free agents closes at 9 p.m. PT on Thursday, at which point the A's will be free to start their holiday ... (more) Beane looking to go young in offseason
Exceptional Instructors Honored By Minor League Baseball
Exceptional Instructors Honored By Minor League Baseball
thegmsperspective.com — Oakland Athletics Director of Player Development Keith Lieppman, and Durham Bulls Manager Charlie Montoyo have been named... the recipients of the second annual Sheldon “Chief” Bender, and Mike Coolbaugh Awards. According to MILB.com, they will be honored along with the other award winners at ... (more) Exceptional Instructors Honored By Minor League Baseball
A's unlikely to swim in free agent pool
hotstove.mlblogs.com — In his most definitive comments to date about his offseason plans, A's GM Billy Beane on Tuesday... -- two days before the free-agency frenzy kicks off in earnest -- suggested that whatever money is available to upgrade the team's talent might... (more) A's unlikely to swim in free agent pool
Andrew Bailey Wins AL Rookie of the Year
Andrew Bailey Wins AL Rookie of the Year
baysportsjournal.blogspot.com — The A's, who've had as many ROY winners as anyone over the last 15 years, have produced... yet another bright youngster who won the honor on Monday, edging out Texas' Elvis Andrus and Detroits ' Rick Porcello for the award. This has to be especially rewarding for Bailey, because unlike the other ... (more) Andrew Bailey Wins AL Rookie of the Year
Puck the Media’s Tuesday Media Mailbag: On ESPN, HD Center Ice and Les Habitantes in English
puckthemedia.wordpress.com — Time to make the donuts, folks. Ryan Mance is a solid feller, you’ll be seeing more of... him round these parts in the future. He asks us this: Evening, Lepore, You asked for a mailbag question, and fortunately for you some came to mind just ... (more) Puck the Media’s Tuesday Media Mailbag: On ESPN, HD ...
Niemann fourth in AL rookie voting
tboblogs.com — Right-handed pitcher Jeff Niemann, the Rays’ most pleasant surprise in 2009, finished fourth in the Baseball Writers... Association American League Rookie of the Year voting announced today. Niemann, who won the fifth starter’s job on the ... (more) Niemann fourth in AL rookie voting
Breakfast Links: ROY Reactions
Breakfast Links: ROY Reactions
mlbnotebook.com — Some linkage revolving around yesterday's Rookie of the Year results from yesterday: Adam J. Morris at Lone... Star Ball is disappointed that Elvis Andrus didn't win, but believes Andrew Bailey was a worthwhile choice. Over at Raise the Jolly Roger , Brian cannot understand why Andrew ... (more) Breakfast Links: ROY Reactions
Cubs Top Prospects and the Hot Stove
Cubs Top Prospects and the Hot Stove
chicagocubsonline.com — Award Week for Major League Baseball continues on Tuesday with the announcement of the AL Cy Young... winner. Chris Coghlan of the Marlins and Andrew Bailey of the A's were named NL and AL Rookie of the Year on Monday . With Coghlan taking the trophy, Geovany Soto will hopefully return to the form ... (more) Cubs Top Prospects and the Hot Stove
Oakland A's reliever Andrew Bailey wins AL rookie of the year award
mercurynews.com — A's closer Andrew Bailey's storybook 2009 season ended in fitting fashion Monday, when he was voted the... American League's Rookie of the Year. The award caps an improbable ride for Bailey, a roster long shot in spring training who wound up making the ... (more) Oakland A's reliever Andrew Bailey wins AL rookie of the ...
Coghlan, Bailey Rookies of the Year
sportsuntapped.com — Awards Season the most exciting and anticipated time of the MLB offseason, and we're just getting started... with Monday's announcement of the 2009 Rookies of the Year among a crowded field of new talent. (more) Coghlan, Bailey Rookies of the Year
Rookie of the Year Awards Announced
Rookie of the Year Awards Announced
mlbnotebook.com — The Rookie of the Year awards were announced today, with A's closer Andrew Bailey taking the award... in the AL and Marlins outfielder* Chris Coghlan winning in the NL. I was largely resigned to these decisions, though I don't think they were correct. (Cue the self-righteous indignation and ... (more) Rookie of the Year Awards Announced
The Art & Science Of Well-Timed Acquisitions And Trades
The Art & Science Of Well-Timed Acquisitions And Trades
athleticsnation.com — Here's how a conversation generally goes with a passionate A's fan unclear on the concept: 2008: "We... should get J.J. Hardy ; he's really good."           "No way -- we'd have to give up so much ... (more) The Art & Science Of Well-Timed Acquisitions And Trades
A’s’ Andrew Bailey Wins American League Rookie Of The Year Award
A’s’ Andrew Bailey Wins American League Rookie Of The Year Award
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — Today, the Baseball Writers' Association of America recognized Bailey's accomplishments in 2009. Bailey was voted American League... Rookie of the Year today receiving 13 first-place votes and 88 total points. Texas Rangers' shortstop Elvis Andrus finished second with 65 total points. (more) A’s’ Andrew Bailey Wins American League Rookie Of The ...
A’s Bailey, Marlins’ Coghlan voted Rookies of the Year
A’s Bailey, Marlins’ Coghlan voted Rookies of the Year
scoresreport.com — A’s closer Andrew Bailey won the American League Rookie of the Year award on Monday, while Marlins’... outfielder Chris Coghlan won the same honors for the National League. From MLB.com : Coghlan’s victory continues the Marlins’ streak of three: three winners in club history, ... (more) A’s Bailey, Marlins’ Coghlan voted Rookies of the Year
Bailey, Coghlan Named AL & NL Rookies of the Year
Bailey, Coghlan Named AL & NL Rookies of the Year
soxanddawgs.com — The 2009 baseball award season from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America got underway on Monday and... the first awards to be handed out were the American League and National League Rookies of the Year. Closer Andrew Bailey of the Oakland Athletics was named the American League ... (more) Bailey, Coghlan Named AL & NL Rookies of the Year
Chris Coghlan wins NL Rookie of the Year, Gerardo Parra mentioned
Chris Coghlan wins NL Rookie of the Year, Gerardo Parra mentioned
azsnakepit.com — Chris Coghlan wins NL Rookie of the Year, Gerardo Parra mentioned "Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan was elected... the National League Rookie of the Year Award by the BBWAA. Although not on seven of the 32 ballots, Coghlan out-pointed Philadelphia Phillies pitcher J.A. Happ, the ... (more) Chris Coghlan wins NL Rookie of the Year, Gerardo Parra ...
Marlins’ Coghlan, A’s Bailey are top rookies
nbcsports.msnbc.com — Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan is the National League Rookie of the Year, and Oakland Athletics closer... Andrew Bailey is the AL winner. (more) Marlins’ Coghlan, A’s Bailey are top rookies
Florida Marlins' Chris Coghlan, Oakland Athletics' Andrew Bailey voted top rookies
sports.espn.go.com — Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan is the National League Rookie of the Year, and Oakland Athletics closer... Andrew Bailey is the AL winner. (more) Florida Marlins' Chris Coghlan, Oakland Athletics' ...
Porcello edged out in AL Rookie balloting
beck.mlblogs.com — Rick Porcello finished third in AL Rookie of the Year balloting, just released. A's closer Andrew Bailey... earned 13 of the 28 first-place votes. Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus finished second. Porcello received seven first-place votes, eight votes ... (more) Porcello edged out in AL Rookie balloting
Oakland's Bailey, Florida's Coghlan win ROYs
Oakland's Bailey, Florida's Coghlan win ROYs
sportsillustrated.cnn.com — Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan edged out Phils pitcher J.A. Happ to win National League Rookie of the... Year, while A's closer Andrew Bailey was crowned on the American League side. (more) Oakland's Bailey, Florida's Coghlan win ROYs
Rick Porcello finishes third in AL Rookie of the Year voting
Rick Porcello finishes third in AL Rookie of the Year voting
mackavenuetigers.com — Oakland's Andrew Bailey completely shut down opposition as closer for the A's, and was rewarded with the... American League Rookie of the Year honors for it on Monday. Elvis Andrus played terrific defense for the Rangers and took home second place. And Detroit's own Rick Porcello , the starting ... (more) Rick Porcello finishes third in AL Rookie of the Year voting
Happ Snubbed: Chris Coghlan Wins N.L. Rookie of the Year Award
Happ Snubbed: Chris Coghlan Wins N.L. Rookie of the Year Award
myteamrivals.typepad.com — Chris Coghlan of the Florida Marlins won the National League Rookie of the Year Award in 2009.... Coghlin hit .321 with 9 homeruns in 128 games. The outfielder beat out J.A. Happ and Andrew McCutchen for the award. While Coghlan had a fine rookie campaign, I believe J.A. Happ truly deserved the ... (more) Happ Snubbed: Chris Coghlan Wins N.L. Rookie of the Year ...
Rookies of the Year: Bailey and Coghlan
Rookies of the Year: Bailey and Coghlan
hardballtimes.com — Over at NBC I figured that Beckham and Happ would win it. I even forgot to mention... Andrew Bailey in my first pass at it and had to go back and update. Shows you what my figuring is worth : A's right-hander Andrew Bailey's rise from Minor League obscurity to Major League limelight turned ... (more) Rookies of the Year: Bailey and Coghlan
Bailey captures AL rookie award
Bailey captures AL rookie award
mlb.mlb.com — By Mychael Urban / MLB.com 11/16/09 2:31 PM EST OAKLAND -- A's right-hander Andrew Bailey's rise from... Minor League obscurity to Major League limelight turned historic Monday when he was named the 2009 American League Rookie of the Year. Moved from ... (more) Bailey captures AL rookie award
Dan Uggla: What’s His Trade Market?
Dan Uggla: What’s His Trade Market?
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — Outside of Roy Halladay, the player we are most likely to hear involved in trade rumors is... Florida Marlins 2B Dan Uggla. This really shouldn't be a surprise to anyone as any player on the Marlins making more than $1 million is a trade candidate. (more) Dan Uggla: What’s His Trade Market?
A's Bailey hopes to pull ROY upset
A's Bailey hopes to pull ROY upset
mlb.mlb.com — Andrew Bailey's rise from Minor League obscurity to Major League limelight is a story that won't soon... be forgotten. It'll turn historic if the A's closer upsets Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus when the AL Rookie of the Year Award is handed out on Monday. (more) A's Bailey hopes to pull ROY upset
Matt Holliday Scorns Your "Sustainability"
Matt Holliday Scorns Your "Sustainability"
walkoffwalk.com — Matt Holliday is really quite good at this thing called "baseball." Attempts to catch meaningful fly balls... with his taint aside, the dude can flat out hit. Yes, I am being Captain Obvious, but I feel it's a necessary frame of reference to begin ... (more) Matt Holliday Scorns Your "Sustainability"
Chicago White Sox have new 3rd baseman of future -
chicagotribune.com — With fine hitting, Brent Morel has surpassed Dayan Viciedo at the position Brent Morel has shot past... Dayan Viciedo as the White Sox 's third baseman of the future. He's a natural hitter, which he showed when he joined the Arizona Fall League at ... (more) Chicago White Sox have new 3rd baseman of future -
Bigger impact for the Red Sox: Matt Holliday or Adrian Gonzalez?
Bigger impact for the Red Sox: Matt Holliday or Adrian Gonzalez?
batter-upwithbruno.blogspot.com — With the trading rumors swirling away a couple of big names are being thrown around that Boston... Red Sox fans are very familiar with. Left fielder Matt Holliday of the St. Louis Cardinals and first baseman Adrian Gonzalez of the San Diego Padres. If Theo Epstein can't lockup Jason Bay to a ... (more) Bigger impact for the Red Sox: Matt Holliday or Adrian ...
Could McGwire Drive Holliday from Stl?
Could McGwire Drive Holliday from Stl?
nybaseballdigest.com — SI picked up a Chicago Tribune report where Scott Boras blamed offseason adjustments by Mark McGwire on... Matt Holliday’s swing as the reason for the early season woes by the slugging right hander. Boras is quoted as saying that once Holliday went back to his old mechanics he was as good ... (more) Could McGwire Drive Holliday from Stl?
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