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Chad Gaudin was just that bad
The Cubs did the unthinkable today -- they cut Chad Gaudin.  It's actually not that surprising, and is only unthinkable in the sense that a year ago he was the "pitcher insurance" the team needed to take on Rich Harden.  Since then he's gone on to become most notable for his facial ...
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Cubs Considering Offers for Pitchers Chad Gaudin and Angel Guzman
Cubs Considering Offers for Pitchers Chad Gaudin and Angel Guzman
bleachernation.com — There are no fewer than five remaining pitchers in camp who are battling for just two bullpen... spots - Jeff Samardzija, David Patton, Chad Fox, Chad Gaudin, and Angel Guzman (assuming Luis Vizcaino’s spot is assured). The matter of how to fit five into two is the last remaining item on the ... (more) Cubs Considering Offers for Pitchers Chad Gaudin and ...
The Rockies Have Eye on Chad Gaudin, Are Apparently Blind
The Rockies Have Eye on Chad Gaudin, Are Apparently Blind
bleachernation.com — Kidding, naturally. Chad Gaudin has been a successful major league pitcher for several years, so there is... going to be interest. The first nibbles appear to be from the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies have their eye on five pitchers this week, including Tampa’s Jason Hammel and Chicago’s Chad ... (more) The Rockies Have Eye on Chad Gaudin, Are Apparently Blind
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Brew Crew Ball — ... arises, there may not be many buyers out there. Sounds like Cory Provus is quickly settling into what might be America's greatest job: spending the summer seated next to Bob Uecker. The JS takes a look at their developing partnership. If given the opportunity to sum up why you're a Brewer fan in one paragraph, could you do it? As part of a project for The National Review, Michael E. Hartmann gave it a shot. Elsewhere around baseball: Cubs: Released Chad Gaudin. Mariners: Placed Ichiro Suzuki on the DL with a bleeding ...

Round 'em Up: Monday 4.6.09
Milwaukee Brewers Blog - Bernie's Crew — ... The Chicago Cubs cut Chad Gaudin.  The right-hander had been awful this spring and had never really performed up to expectations after switching leagues and leaving pitching-friendly Oakland.  The Rockies were thought to have interest, but they have since acquired Hammel.  Perhaps not having to sacrifice anything in return will spur Colorado into action. ...

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