cobrabrigade.com - 3/28/2008
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Contrary to what I believed , it's becoming very apparent that the Cubs can, and probably will, trade OF Matt Murton . I'm going to chalk this up to the Cubs not correctly using their resources.....again, much like the batting order, much like their farm system....you get the picture. I hope Murton gets traded to an American League team where he can play left field every day and become a ...
Reed ‘em and Weep?
baseballprospectus.com 3/28/2008 — I’ve become much more cognizant of platoon splits in lineup construction since we introduced them to the PECOTA cards this year. One example of how they can be a helpful tool in in analyzing the Cubs ‘ acquisition of Reed Johnson .
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Murton > Johnson; Hendry = Stupid
snobsvsslobs.com 3/28/2008 — So this was in ESPN ’s Rumor Central, right before the Cubs acquired Reed Johnson:
Two baseball men who spoke with Stark on Monday described Johnson as “the perfect fit” for the Cubs, who have looked diligently for a ...
Don’t Worry, Matt. Iowa’s Ummm, LOVELY This Time Of Year.
hirejimessian.com 3/28/2008 —
In the ongoing HJE Roundtable (aka, “our drawn out answer to HBO’s drawn-out John Adams series” ), we asked our panelists about the fate of Matt Murton.
The responses were all similar in appraising Matt. Solid hitter, nice ...
Murton for Heilman ....would you ?
metsfever.blogspot.com 3/28/2008 — With the acquistion of Reed Johnson the Cubs have a log jam in the outfield, looking over a few of the Cubs blogs comment sections many fans are extremely upset with signing because it completely blocks talented young prospect Matt Murton. This ...
Could Murton be an Outfield/Bench Option?
talkingchop.com 3/28/2008 — Over at MLBTR there is a strong sense that outfielder Matt Murton is available since the Cubs acquired Reed Johnson earlier this week. Dierkes seems to write off the Braves as potential suitors, saying that Diaz is the guy in left, and while that is ...
MLB Preview 2008: Part Two —
Bleacher Report - MLB 3/28/2008
So the Angels and Yankees will fall in the ALDS while the Dodgers and Braves won't advance out of the NLDS. Here's how the rest of the 2008 MLB playoffs will shake out... Playing for a Pennant Chicago Cubs (89-73/NL Central Champions) ...
Who are the odd men out? —
Bleacher Report - MLB 3/28/2008
As the season is coming upon us, there are a few spots up for grabs. Maybe only one now since the signing of Reed Johnson. I was a little ticked off because this means Matt Murton will be sent back to the great state of Iowa. But ...
MLB ticket prices rise 10.9 percent —
FOXSports.com News for MLB 3/28/2008
It will cost a lot more to root, root, root for the home team this year.
Major League Baseball's average ticket price increased 10.9 percent this season to $25.40, the Team Marketing Report said Friday. That's the steepest increase since a 12.9 rise ...
2008 MLB Preview: Part Two —
Bleacher Report - MLB 3/28/2008
So the Angels and Yankees will fall in the ALDS while the Dodgers and Braves won't advance out of the NLDS. Here's how the rest of the 2008 MLB playoffs will shake out... Playing for a Pennant Chicago Cubs (89-73/NL Central Champions) ...
