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The Eighth Ends The Streak at Five
waitingfornextyear.com - 7/29/2009
The Eighth Ends The Streak at Five
— waitingfornextyear.com — The streak is dead at five. Though like last year’s meaningless 10 game post-all star break winning... streak, it was fun while it lasted. A missed opportunity by relievers Joe Smith and Tony Sipp did them in, in the Angels 7-6 win. UCLA product and California kid David Huff made his first ... (more) The Eighth Ends The Streak at Five

Comments vote down rickg15 rickg15 posted 7/29/2009posted this
insidetherockies.com - 10/15/2009
Decsions Await Rockies
— insidetherockies.com — A look at potential free agents and arbitration cases, and players already under contract for 2010.... (more) Decsions Await Rockies

Comments vote down Colorado Sports Desk found this 10/15/2009found this

Rafael Betancourt Latest Blog Posts

Closer Watch Update: ATL
4 hours ago at Scouting Book
Closer Watch Update: HOU
20 hours ago at Scouting Book
Betancourt traded to Rockies for Class A pitcher
castrovince.mlblogs.com - 7/23/2009
Betancourt traded to Rockies for Class A pitcher
— castrovince.mlblogs.com — Setup man Rafael Betancourt returned to the Indians' bullpen just in time to become trade bait. And... on Thursday, the Rockies bit. The Indians have traded Betancourt, a fixture in their 'pen since 2003, to the Rockies in exchange for... (more) Betancourt traded to Rockies for Class A pitcher

Comments vote down Let's Go Tribe! found this 7/23/2009found this
While We’re Waiting…Cribbs will report, Scouting Connor Graham, Drew Gooden decision
waitingfornextyear.com - 7/26/2009
While We’re Waiting…Cribbs will report, Scouting Connor Graham, Drew Gooden decision
— waitingfornextyear.com — While We’re Waiting serves as the early morning gathering of WFNY-esque information for your viewing pleasure. Have... something you think we should see? Send it to our tips email in the sidebar. This “source” also claims it is only so he will be able to film the new season of emmy award winning ... (more) While We’re Waiting…Cribbs will report, Scouting Connor ...

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mlbtraderumors.com - 9/3/2009
Probable Type A Free Agents
— mlbtraderumors.com — For those of you who don't feel like digging through Eddie's latest Elias ranking projections , here's... a list of free agents projected to snag Type A status. An asterisk means the player has a 2010 option. Bobby Abreu Jason Bay Josh Beckett* ... (more) Probable Type A Free Agents

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mvn.com - 1/1/2009
Indians Stay Aggressive, Beat Twins to DeRosa
— mvn.com — Mark Shapiro and company are making it clear, this off-season is very important. With just two seasons... remaining on contracts such as Victor Martinez, Jake Westbrook, Cliff Lee, and Rafael Betancourt (assuming they pick up all options), there may be no better time than right now to go for ... (more) Indians Stay Aggressive, Beat Twins to DeRosa

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Game #24: Leave it to Betancourt
indiansconfidential.com - 5/3/2009
Game #24: Leave it to Betancourt
— indiansconfidential.com — Another day, another bullpen disaster. Yes, welcome again to the Indians 2009 season, as today, it was... Rafael Betancourt’s turn to implode in the Tribe bullpen, as he turned an 8th inning Indians 7-6 lead into a Tigers 9-7 victory. Thanks to Betancourt allowing a Curtis Granderson ... (more) Game #24: Leave it to Betancourt

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Ugh….Another Losing Weekend for the Tribe
waitingfornextyear.com - 5/18/2009
Ugh….Another Losing Weekend for the Tribe
— waitingfornextyear.com — This is getting to be such a tired act. Another weekend, another series loss for your Cleveland... Indians. Heading into Friday, the Indians, despite the second worst record in the American League, sat just 4.5 games out of first in the sad sack AL Central. Riding a two game “winning ... (more) Ugh….Another Losing Weekend for the Tribe

Comments vote down rickg15 rickg15 posted 5/18/2009posted this
The Flood Gates Are Opening
waitingfornextyear.com - 7/23/2009
The Flood Gates Are Opening
— waitingfornextyear.com — Scott discussed this yesterday, but its getting some legs. For those of you who didn’t think trading... Victor Martinez was a realistic option (me for one), think again. ESPN’s Peter Gammons, arguably the most trusted member of the baseball media reported last night that the Red Sox ... (more) The Flood Gates Are Opening

Comments vote down rickg15 rickg15 posted 7/23/2009posted this
Breaking News: Rafael Betancourt Traded to Colorado
waitingfornextyear.com - 7/23/2009
Breaking News: Rafael Betancourt Traded to Colorado
— waitingfornextyear.com — Per Anthony Castrovince: The Indians have traded Betancourt, a fixture in their ‘pen since 2003, to the... Rockies in exchange for Class A right-hander Connor Graham. It was the second swap of the summer for an Indians team that dealt Mark DeRosa to the Cardinals last month, and it could be a ... (more) Breaking News: Rafael Betancourt Traded to Colorado

Comments vote down rickg15 rickg15 posted 7/23/2009posted this
Rockies land Betancourt
novafantasysports.com - 7/23/2009
Rockies land Betancourt
— novafantasysports.com — Update: The Colorado Rockies acquired RHP Rafael Betancourt from the Indians for RHP Connor Graham. The Rockies... needed a quality bullpen arm and they got it in Betancourt, who will immediately become its top setup man to closer Huston Street. Fantasy Impact: Neither one of these guys has much ... (more) Rockies land Betancourt

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While We’re Waiting… Alex Mack to Sign, LeBron’s Book, and Betancourt Trade Thoughts
waitingfornextyear.com - 7/24/2009
While We’re Waiting… Alex Mack to Sign, LeBron’s Book, and Betancourt Trade Thoughts
— waitingfornextyear.com — While We’re Waiting serves as the early morning gathering of WFNY-esque information for your viewing pleasure. Have... something you think we should see? Send it to our tips email in the sidebar. Following up from yesterday’s first-round discussion: “The Browns talked deep into ... (more) While We’re Waiting… Alex Mack to Sign, LeBron’s Book, ...

Comments vote down rickg15 rickg15 posted 7/24/2009posted this
Afternoon Delight: Tribe Takes Two of Three in Toronto
waitingfornextyear.com - 7/24/2009
Afternoon Delight: Tribe Takes Two of Three in Toronto
— waitingfornextyear.com — Some of you have questioned why we here at WFNY are still covering the daily Tribe action.... I understand your frustration, but the bottom line is they are the only team in town playing right now and the old adage in the sports media is that it is much easier to drum up conversation when [...] (more) Afternoon Delight: Tribe Takes Two of Three in Toronto

Comments vote down rickg15 rickg15 posted 7/24/2009posted this
Rockies send Speier out
insidetherockies.com - 7/24/2009
Rockies send Speier out
— insidetherockies.com — The Colorado Rockies announced Friday that relief pitcher Ryan Speier has been designated for assignment and Manny... Corpas placed on the 15-day disabled list to make room for Jhoulys Chacin and Rafael Betancourt on the roster. (more) Rockies send Speier out

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Economics could dictate Tribe's path in 2010
cleveland.com - 7/25/2009
Economics could dictate Tribe's path in 2010
— cleveland.com — Associated PressKelly Shoppach and Ryan Garko could be roster casualties as the Tribe looks to trim payroll... in 2010.SEATTLE -- The Indians don't have a lot of luxury items on their 25-man payroll, but with attendance plummeting and revenues down,... (more) Economics could dictate Tribe's path in 2010

Comments vote down WaitingForNextYear found this 7/25/2009found this
Three Needs Not Easily Filled
nybaseballdigest.com - 9/2/2009
Three Needs Not Easily Filled
— nybaseballdigest.com — Tim Marchman pointed out how the Mets roster is top heavy earlier in the week. Going into... 2010 a (presumably) healthy core of Beltran, Reyes, Wright, Santana, and K-Rod gives the Mets a good starting base. The surrounding cast is going to need minimum three additions in order to compete: a ... (more) Three Needs Not Easily Filled

Comments vote down msilva177 msilva177 posted 9/2/2009posted this
mvn.com - 10/13/2009
What The Rockies Should Do With Betancourt, Hawpe and Torrealba
— mvn.com — The Colorado Rockies were the final team to get eliminated from Division Series play last night after... falling to the reigning World Series Champion Philadelphia Phillies. Now that the Rockies are out, the team can focus on what it needs to do in order to return to the postseason in 2010. Troy ... (more) What The Rockies Should Do With Betancourt, Hawpe and ...

Comments vote down BaseballATM BaseballATM posted 10/13/2009posted this
insidetherockies.com - 9 days ago
Betancourt, Marquis Offered Arbitration
— insidetherockies.com — Rockies want to keep Betancourt, but will take draft picks if he signs elsewhere.... (more) Betancourt, Marquis Offered Arbitration

Comments vote down MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com found this 9 days agofound this
Rox could shift to Hawkins if Betancourt departs
denverpost.com - 5 days ago
Rox could shift to Hawkins if Betancourt departs
— denverpost.com — The Rockies have developed a contingency free-agency plan if they are unable to sign Rafael Betancourt, given... their conservative return date for Taylor Buchholz. LaTroy Hawkins, a key member of the 2007 bullpen, has become a top target along with ... (more) Rox could shift to Hawkins if Betancourt departs

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nypost.com - 11/9/2009
Rockies hoping to move Hawpe
— nypost.com — CHICAGO – The Rockies will listen to offers for outfielder Brad Hawpe, who has one year left... on his contract plus a team option for 2011. Hawpe, who made the All-Star team last year, is scheduled to make $7.5 million in 2010 but he had a terrible ... (more) Rockies hoping to move Hawpe

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