hirejimessian.com - 7/2/2009
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First of all, I have HUGE NEWS! Jim acquired Jeff Baker from the Rockies! I guess that’s only huge if you assume the Aaron Miles era is over. I’m not completely convinced that it is. Anyhow, since most of you won’t be working tomorrow (meaning we probably won’t post ...
Join the Jeff Baker Fan Club
424tales.blogspot.com 7/12/2009 — If you happen to follow me on Twitter (and if you don't, you are missing some of the greatest in-game commentary since Bill Murray guest-broadcasted in place of Harry Caray after the stroke), you already know that I have taken the keys to the Jeff Baker Fan Bus and I am driving it through the ...
Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “Beat Us” Edition
hirejimessian.com 6/26/2009 — Originally, the title of this Roundup was going to be something about Geovany Soto having the munchies . But then Soto was upstaged by the death of the King of Pop , Michael Jackson. So, instead, it’s time for a tribute song. As always, tips, hints, and suggestions for the Roundup are ...
Scott Baker: June 4 vs July 7
twinkietown.com 7/8/2009 —
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by Jim Mone - AP
about 14 hours ago:
Minnesota Twins' Scott Baker pitches against the New York Yankees in the first inning of a baseball ...
More trouble for Jim Leyritz
pinstripealley.com 7/2/2009 — More trouble for Jim Leyritz
From The Associated Press:
DAVIE, Fla. -- Former major leaguer Jim Leyritz was arrested Thursday in South Florida on charges of domestic battery against his ex-wife, just two months before his trial on a DUI manslaughter charge was set to begin.
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Jim Leyritz Arrested Again
duelingcouches.blogspot.com 7/2/2009 — "Authorities say former major leaguer Jim Leyritz has been arrested and accused of battery in South Florida. The arrest comes about two months before he faces a trial on a DUI manslaughter charge. Broward County Jail spokeswoman Keyla Concepcion said Leyritz was booked Thursday morning after ...
When They Pull Out a Knife, The Cubs Pull Out Jeff Baker
thecubreporter.com 7/2/2009 —
The Cubs countered the Cardinals acquisition of Mark DeRosa with one of their own , acquiring 2B/3B Jeff Baker from the Colorado Rockies. It's like countering a handgun with a slingshot. Seemingly running out of players to put on the disabled list, Baker is already on it with a left hand ...
Aaron Miles Back to the DL, Where He Has Been the Most Successful This Year
bleachernation.com 6/29/2009 — The Chicago Cubs are expected to place infielder Aaron Miles on the disabled list later today with a hyperextended elbow. Miles has been unavailable for half a week since he hurt the elbow in batting practice last Friday.
Um. How exactly does someone hurt their elbow that badly in batting ...
Cubs acquire Baker from Rockies —
Major League Baseball News 7/2/2009
The Cubs, trying to bolster their bench, acquired infielder Jeff Baker from the Colorado Rockies for Minor League pitcher Al Alburquerque on Thursday. To make room on the roster, Ryan Freel was designated for assignment.