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Caleb

Caleb

BallHype Member since Oct. 21, 2007

Fukudome to Cubs at 4/$48: Here's what to expect.
Fukudome to Cubs at 4/$48: Here's what to expect.
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — Can Kosuke Fukudome become the first big Japanese star of the central US states? Only time will... tell, but his track record suggests that it is not out of the realm of possibility. What will it take for Fukudome to make a successful transition to the Big Leagues? The NL Central and its pitching will help, but it is all about those big league fastballs. (more) Fukudome to Cubs at 4/$48: Here's what to expect.
Pettitte returning to Yanks, but is he worth it at $16m?
Pettitte returning to Yanks, but is he worth it at $16m?
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — A look at Pettitte's credentials as the highest paid number 3 starter ever. Over-rated? Do the Yankees... care? (more) Pettitte returning to Yanks, but is he worth it at $16m?
Twins get slugging 21-year old Delmon Young for RHP Matt Garza in 6-player package
Twins get slugging 21-year old Delmon Young for RHP Matt Garza in 6-player package
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — Prospects flying both ways in a deal that is classic pitching for hitting, but also a refreshing... departure from the usual inequity of small market dealings in prospects and cash. (more) Twins get slugging 21-year old Delmon Young for RHP Matt ...
Names of at least 7 players in the Mitchell Report
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — Of the 11 free agents named in the Mitchell Report, we can be sure of the identity... of at least seven. Bonds, Sosa, Cameron, Tatis and more. (more) Names of at least 7 players in the Mitchell Report
Free agent rundown Part I: Squatters and Shorties
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — Analysis on the best of the free agent crop of catchers and shortstops, including Jorge Posada, David... Eckstein and Tomohiro Nioka. Who is a good fit, who is bad, and who will turn out ugly for his new team. (more) Free agent rundown Part I: Squatters and Shorties
Bonds: Such sweet irony
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — Barry Bonds will boycott his own induction to Cooperstown if the offending ball is in the Hall.... That behavior will hurt his legacy more than he imagines. (more) Bonds: Such sweet irony
Greenies! A short rant on baseball ethics.
Greenies! A short rant on baseball ethics.
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — With Mike Cameron testing positive for stimulants, this piece looks at the motivations behind MLB's punishment for... use of different kinds of performance enhancing drugs, and why the cheating involved in drug use in baseball is different from on-field antics like doctoring balls. (more) Greenies! A short rant on baseball ethics.
Can God and defense win on the biggest stage?
Can God and defense win on the biggest stage?
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — Musings on a Rockies team founded upon Christian faith and defense, and why that isn't enough to... beat the Red Sox. (more) Can God and defense win on the biggest stage?
Penitence for Francis
Penitence for Francis
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — A quick breakdown of what went wrong for Jeff Francis, what to make of the long layoff... and it's possible effects, and how Clint Hurdle acts moving forward. From a baseball blog, not a fanblog for a single team. (more) Penitence for Francis
Pitchers on the launchpad
Pitchers on the launchpad
breakingballs.riveraveblues.com — A quick look at the starting pitching for the World Series, including the last minute roster changes... for both teams. Pros and cons for Aaron Cook, and what to expect from Jon Lester. (more) Pitchers on the launchpad