minorleaguenews.com - 12/13/2008
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For a handful of players, the Rule-V Draft shakes up the depth chart and gives them a shot at moving up in a new major league farm system.
A Review: The 2007/08 Rule 5 Draft
baseballanalysts.com 10/15/2008 — It's safe to say last year's Rule 5 draft was not as profitable as it has been in other years. There were no Johan Santanas , Joakim Sorias , Josh Hamiltons or Dan Ugglas selected in the winter of 2007. Some rule changes by Major League ...
Rule 21(d)
hardballtimes.com 12/9/2008 — You know, until I read this story , the historical weirdness of baseball -- the most anti-gambling of all of the major sports -- holding one of its biggest events in a casino hadn't occurred to me. Really, it was not that long ago when Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays -- Mantle and Mays! The two ...
Rule 5 Draft uncovers future stars
mlb.mlb.com 12/6/2008 — There have been hundreds of players selected in the Rule 5 Draft since its inception, and some have gone on to become stars, like Roberto Clemente. Today's big rosters are dotted with Rule 5ers who made it.
Rule 5 Draft Info
mlbtraderumors.com 11/24/2008 — Several readers have emailed asking for information about the Rule 5 draft, which takes place on December 7th at the winter meetings. First you should start with Kary Booher's article at Baseball America explaining how everything works.
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NCAA changes jersey rule
insidesocal.com 12/3/2008 — The NCAA today altered its rule regarding visiting teams not wearing white jerseys. Now, USC will be penalized just one timeout on Saturday, at the start of the game, as opposed to the previous rule of one timeout per half....
Veal could be prime cut in Rule 5 Draft | cubs.com: News
chicago.cubs.mlb.com 12/11/2008 — LAS VEGAS -- If you're looking for a rooting interest in Thursday's Rule 5 Draft, I'll give you one name: Donnie Veal. The Cubs' left-handed pitcher is way overdue for some good fortune. Getting a chance to stick on a big league roster could be just ...
Rule Clarification
mavsmoneyball.com 1/14/2009 — In an effort to better understand the 'leg extension' rule that came into play last night, I sent an email to the Officiating office looking for clarification. I wasn't looking for their opinion on the play last night but just more ...
Yanks Prospects vanish in the Rule 5 Draft
zellspinstripeblog.com 12/12/2008 — The Yankees selected in the Rule 5 Draft were Reegie Corona, Zach Kroenke, Jason Jones, & Ivan Nova. Nothing major. Some of these prospects had success in the minor leagues, but they didn’t have much of a future with the organization.
Mariners selected infielder Reegie Corona from the Yankees wi
Rule 5 Draft Update
slidingintohome.blogspot.com 12/11/2008 — Four Yankees prospects were picked today in the Rule 5 draft. AA shortstop Reegie Corona was picked by the Seattle Mariners. Corona hit .274/.345/.365 with 3 HR, 39 RBI, and 24 SB for Trenton. AA right hand starter Ivan Nova was picked by the San Diego Padres. Nova was 8-13 with a 4.36 ERA in 26 ...