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Twitter / Knox Bardeen: Bobby Cox says that Jurrje ...
Twitter / Knox Bardeen: Bobby Cox says that Jurrje ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! Bobby Cox says that Jurrjens and Hanson will piggy back tomorrow. JJ... will throw 2 innings and Hanson 4. Rain in forecast tomorrow though. about 1 hours ago via TweetDeck knoxbardeen Knox Bardeen Footer 2010 ... (more) Twitter / Knox Bardeen: Bobby Cox says that Jurrje ...
Lincecum roughed up
novafantasysports.com — Update: San Francisco Giants SP Tim Lincecum was roughed up in spring training against the Seattle Mariners... on Thursday afternoon. Lincecum threw 2.2 innings, giving up six hits, four runs (only two earned), two walks, and four strikeouts. "Stuff-wise I felt like everything was good," ... (more) Lincecum roughed up
Court Report: Better late than never(?)
Court Report: Better late than never(?)
sports.yahoo.com — Terrence Williams (notes) is finally putting up numbers, while Chris Paul's (notes) owners still don't know when... he'll be back. • Terrence Williams has been generating a lot of interest in recent days, thanks to averages of 30 minutes, 14 points on 50-percent shooting, 0.8 threes, ... (more) Court Report: Better late than never(?)
Twitter / TBO_Rays: An MRI on OF Matt Joyce's  ...
Twitter / TBO_Rays: An MRI on OF Matt Joyce's ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! An MRI on OF Matt Joyce's right elbow showed a strain. 42... minutes ago via web TBO_Rays Footer 2010 Twitter About Us Contact Blog Status Goodies API Business Help Jobs Terms Privacy (more) Twitter / TBO_Rays: An MRI on OF Matt Joyce's ...
Reyes out at least two weeks
novafantasysports.com — Update: ESPN.com reports New York Mets SS Jose Reyes has been told to rest and refrain from... athletic activity for two to eight weeks until his thyroid levels normalize. This announcement comes after a confusing week for Reyes on whether he was cleared to play or not. "It doesn't look good ... (more) Reyes out at least two weeks
Mike Stanton hits another bomb, impresses Fredi and the Fish
Mike Stanton hits another bomb, impresses Fredi and the Fish
sports.yahoo.com — On Wednesday, Florida outfielder Mike Stanton hit his second Grapefruit League home run . It's still traveling.... It was a no-doubter, the sort of blast where the opposing fielders don't move. Stanton ranked No. 3 on Baseball America's 2010 prospect list , so it's hardly a surprise to see him ... (more) Mike Stanton hits another bomb, impresses Fredi and the Fish
Todd Helton gets contract extension
novafantasysports.com — Update: According to ESPN.com, the Colorado Rockies have given 1B Todd Helton a two-year contract extension. They... agreed upon a two-year, $9.9 million extension that will run through the 2013 season. Helton has also agreed to defer $13.1 million of his $19 million salary in 2011 over a ten-year ... (more) Todd Helton gets contract extension
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Webb could start season on disabled list
sports.espn.go.com — TUCSON, Ariz. -- Arizona Diamondbacks manager A.J. Hinch says there's an increasing chance that Brandon Webb will... start the season on the disabled list. Webb reached what Hinch called a "plateau" in his comeback from surgery on his right shoulder. He ... (more) Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Webb could start ...
Brian Giles Retires
mlbtraderumors.com — Outfielder Brian Giles announced his retirement today, tweets Dylan Hernandez of the L.A. Times .... (more) Brian Giles Retires
Twitter / Dylan Hernandez: Brian Giles announced his  ...
Twitter / Dylan Hernandez: Brian Giles announced his ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! Brian Giles announced his retirement today. 39 minutes ago via txt dylanohernandez... Dylan Hernandez Footer 2010 Twitter About Us Contact Blog Status Goodies API Business Help Jobs Terms Privacy (more) Twitter / Dylan Hernandez: Brian Giles announced his ...
Breaking: Reyes to start year on DL
nydailynews.com — In a surprise development to the Mets and Jose Reyes' agent, the shortstop will remain in New... York for several weeks and open the season on the DL. On a conference call with reporters, agent Peter Greenberg and GM Omar Minaya said that Reyes cannot ... (more) Breaking: Reyes to start year on DL
Jurrjens makes spring debut, weather permitting
Jurrjens makes spring debut, weather permitting
blogs.ajc.com — Orlandisnopolis, Fla. – We’re supposed to drive over to Evil Empire South (Yankees’ Tampa home) for a... televised night game, but we might be driving over for a long rain delay and/or postponement. Yes, denizens, the skies are dark over ... (more) Jurrjens makes spring debut, weather permitting
Twitter / David Lennon: Minaya just said could tak ...
Twitter / David Lennon: Minaya just said could tak ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! Minaya just said could take 2-8 weeks for Reyes' levels to go... down. That puts OD in serious jeopardy. Final tests were obviously important. 11 minutes ago via TweetDeck lenno212 David Lennon Footer 2010 Twitter ... (more) Twitter / David Lennon: Minaya just said could tak ...
Cheap in 2010:  Todd Helton
Cheap in 2010: Todd Helton
rotosavants.com — Drafting Todd Helton in 2010 will not be a good move for every fantasy manager. Those who... need power from the corners, for instance, or those who don't care to gamble on an aging player. But for those who need a BA boost and already have some power Helton could provide some definite value this ... (more) Cheap in 2010: Todd Helton
5U: CoJax keeps hitting, Holliday hurting, Twins shopping
5U: CoJax keeps hitting, Holliday hurting, Twins shopping
sports.yahoo.com — By now you should know the drill: Every weekday morning until Opening Day, we'll provide five blurbs,... most of which will have fantasy relevance. (OK, sometimes it will be seven blurbs . But always a prime number). Let's get to it… • Spring statistics really shouldn't influence ... (more) 5U: CoJax keeps hitting, Holliday hurting, Twins shopping
On the Beat: Mid-Week Update by John Perrotto
baseballprospectus.com — The Twins brace for life potentially without Joe Nathan, the Blue Jays beef up their scouting staff,... and more. (more) On the Beat: Mid-Week Update by John Perrotto
Treasure Hunting: Fantasy Baseball's Hidden Treasures
sportsgrumblings.com — Players who are flying beneath most people's radar that you need to know about!... (more) Treasure Hunting: Fantasy Baseball's Hidden Treasures
White Sox to run more this season
novafantasysports.com — Update: Manager Ozzie Guillen told ESPN's Gene Wojciechowski that the White Sox will run on the basepaths... much more this season. "We're a step ahead of everyone,'' Guillen said, referring to Chicago's shift to a more Ozzie-ball type of club that can manufacture runs. Guillen says he likes ... (more) White Sox to run more this season
Price hit with bat
novafantasysports.com — Update: Tampa Bay Rays SP David Price was hit with a broken bat on his hand, cutting... his hand. Price was lucky, escaping Wednesday's scary situation with only what the team described as an abrasion on his right hand near the base of his thumb — similar to a scraped hand when falling off a ... (more) Price hit with bat
Beckett eyes long-term deal
novafantasysports.com — Update: Gordon Edes of ESPNBoston.com reports the Boston Red Sox and SP Josh Beckett are having 'substantive... discussions' about extending Beckett's contract before the season begins. Beckett is in the last year of his previous three-year, $30 million contract. The benchmark that Beckett would ... (more) Beckett eyes long-term deal
Mauer on the trading block?
novafantasysports.com — Update: Jim Souhan of the Minneapolis Star-Tribune wrote an article that says the Minnesota Twins may be... forced to trade C Joe Mauer if they are unable to reach a deal with him. "If (agent Ron) Shapiro is intent on pushing Mauer to $25 million or more a year, Mauer might find himself on ... (more) Mauer on the trading block?
Garciaparra retires
novafantasysports.com — Update: ESPN reports that Boston Red Sox signed SS Nomar Garciaparra to give Garciaparra the opportunity to... retire as a member of the Red Sox. Wednesday Nomar Garciaparra announced his retirement from Major League Baseball but was happy to do it as a Red Sox. "But to be able to have that ... (more) Garciaparra retires
Ramon Vazquez Could Be Traded Or Released
mlbtraderumors.com — Infielder Ramon Vazquez is fighting to make the Pirates, reports Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette .... Vazquez said he's been told he's not on the team right now, despite being guaranteed $2MM in 2010. GM Neal Huntington admitted he has to consider a trade of some sort, having ... (more) Ramon Vazquez Could Be Traded Or Released
Nationals Release Shawn Estes, Eddie Guardado
mlbtraderumors.com — The Nationals released pitcher Shawn Estes , tweets MLB.com's Bill Ladson . CBS' Danny Knobler added via... Twitter that they also released reliever Eddie Guardado . The Nats had signed Estes, 37, to a $600K minor league deal on February 6th . Estes had only tossed one spring inning for the ... (more) Nationals Release Shawn Estes, Eddie Guardado
Adrian Beltre / Fantasy Baseball 2010 Preview: Red Sox
Adrian Beltre / Fantasy Baseball 2010 Preview: Red Sox
fantasysp.com — With fantasy baseball season on the horizon, it's time to preview each individual team. It was inevitable... that some change would occur on the Red Sox roster after the 2009 season, but the biggest question mark -- whether or not Jason Bay would stay or go -- didn't pan out in favor of Boston. ... (more) Adrian Beltre / Fantasy Baseball 2010 Preview: Red Sox
Cardinals lineup 3.11: Craig starts again, bench edited
interact.stltoday.com — JUPITER, Fla. — Fresh from his two-hit debut in Grapefruit League play, St. Louis Cardinals outfielder/bat Allen... Craig gets another start in place of Albert Pujols . Craig inches up the lineup too, hitting fifth and starting at first base. Craig… (more) Cardinals lineup 3.11: Craig starts again, bench edited
Shawn Estes / Nats part ways with Estes
fantasysp.com — Shawn Estes has been released by the Washington Nationals. Our View : The veteran hurler inked a... minor league deal with the club last month, but apparently was not working out. Do not expect him to appear in the major leagues this season. Read more Shawn Estes news (more) Shawn Estes / Nats part ways with Estes
Brad Hawpe / Rockies | Hawpe encouraged
Brad Hawpe / Rockies | Hawpe encouraged
fantasysp.com — The Denver Post's Troy E. Renck reports Colorado Rockies OF Brad Hawpe (toe) doubled and threw out... a runner in the intrasquad scrimmage Wednesday, March 10. He is encouraged by how his body has responded to a lighter weight and a healthier diet. He's roughly 208 pounds this spring, which is down ... (more) Brad Hawpe / Rockies | Hawpe encouraged
Travis Buck /  Buck (dizzyness) returned to the A's lineup on Wednesday, the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Travis Buck / Buck (dizzyness) returned to the A's lineup on Wednesday, the San Francisco ...
fantasysp.com — Buck (dizzyness) returned to the A's lineup on Wednesday, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. [...] Read more... Travis Buck news (more) Travis Buck / Buck (dizzyness) returned to the A's ...
Joey Devine /  Devine (elbow) could be sidelined up to a week after experiencing "normal tendinitis" following his
Joey Devine / Devine (elbow) could be sidelined up to a week after experiencing "normal ...
fantasysp.com — Devine (elbow) could be sidelined up to a week after experiencing "normal tendinitis" following his bullpen session... on Tuesday, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. [...] Read more Joey Devine news (more) Joey Devine / Devine (elbow) could be sidelined up to a ...
Joe Nathan Considering Surgery and Other Bits
Joe Nathan Considering Surgery and Other Bits
advancedfantasybaseball.com — Photo from fOTOGLIF Minnesota Twins closer, Joe Nathan , has a significant tear in his right elbow's... ulnar collateral ligament. This is the type of injury that usually requires Tommy John Surgery . The Twins and Nathan are choosing to explore rehab and strengthening the surrounding muscles ... (more) Joe Nathan Considering Surgery and Other Bits
Baseball’s top outfield prospects: 2010 outlooks and future stat projections
hardballtimes.com — Breaking down the latest thoughts on the game's top 16 outfield prospects. Read more great baseball stuff... at The Hardball Times . (more) Baseball’s top outfield prospects: 2010 outlooks and ...
My draft
hardballtimes.com — A look into my home league draft. Read more great baseball stuff at The Hardball Times .... (more) My draft
Fantasy Baseball 2010 Preview: Red Sox
Fantasy Baseball 2010 Preview: Red Sox
fantasybaseball.fanhouse.com — With fantasy baseball season on the horizon, it's time to preview each individual team. It was inevitable... that some change would occur on the Red Sox roster after the 2009 season, but the biggest question mark -- whether or not Jason Bay would stay or go -- didn't pan out in favor of Boston. ... (more) Fantasy Baseball 2010 Preview: Red Sox
Fantasy Baseball: Brandon Phillips or Dustin Pedroia?
Fantasy Baseball: Brandon Phillips or Dustin Pedroia?
kffl.com — Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this... post's poll. For more on this face-off, stay tuned for this week’s Fantasy Baseball Debate Series ! Close ADP race for Pedroia and Phillips ... (more) Fantasy Baseball: Brandon Phillips or Dustin Pedroia?
Hudson throwing well, but Guillen wants him to begin season as starter in Triple A
Hudson throwing well, but Guillen wants him to begin season as starter in Triple A
chicagotribune.com — Sox manager wants him ready to step in if hole develops in rotation Copyright 2010, Chicago Tribune... (more) Hudson throwing well, but Guillen wants him to begin ...
Mychael Urban March 9 Chat Transcript
csnbayarea.com — Editor's Note: CSNBayArea Insider Mychael Urban chats each Tuesday afternoon! Be sure to join him for free-flowing... discussions on Major League Baseball and Bay Area sports. (more) Mychael Urban March 9 Chat Transcript
Sweeney, Escobar Discuss Retirement
mlbtraderumors.com — It's no secret that veterans Mike Sweeney and Kelvim Escobar are nearing the end of their major... league careers, but as both of these players discussed on Wednesday, their last days in the majors might have already occurred. FOX Sports' Jon Paul Morosi reports that Sweeney will retire if ... (more) Sweeney, Escobar Discuss Retirement
Lester Has Nice Rebound
novafantasysports.com — Update: Jon Lester had a good rebound game for the Boston Red Sox today against the Tampa... bay Rays. Lester threw 2 2/3 innings and gave up one unearned run on two hits, while striking out four. Lester allowed 4 runs in his spring debut in just one inning. Lester felt pretty good today, and said ... (more) Lester Has Nice Rebound
Heart of the Cardinals' order is hurting
stltoday.com — Pujols probably won't play until weekend; Holliday expected to be out longer.... (more) Heart of the Cardinals' order is hurting
Seven Unassisted: Joba's struggles, Reyes's thyroid
sports.yahoo.com — Dr. Andy Behrens is saving Latin in private schools today, so I'm stepping in with some linked freshness.... Settle in, and kindly turn off your cell phones.  • A lot is made of how meaningless spring results tend to be, but that's certainly not the case for ... (more) Seven Unassisted: Joba's struggles, Reyes's thyroid
Who will win the American League Central?
Who will win the American League Central?
athbaseball.com — Follow us as each week as our best writers from around the Bloguin Network take aim at... each other and square off on anything and everything baseball from "who was better, Mays or Mantle" to "Should MLB have a salary cap?" Pick a side and agree or disagree. Take part in the debate by posting ... (more) Who will win the American League Central?
Chris Carter Drives in 4 for Mets
novafantasysports.com — Update: Former Red Sox prospect Chris Carter had a huge game for the Mets against the Braves,... as he went 2 for 3 with a double, homer and 4 RBI. He is now batting .625 with 8 RBI this spring. Fantasy Impact: With no clear favorite at 1B in New York, it is certainly worth watching how guys ... (more) Chris Carter Drives in 4 for Mets
SI_JonHeyman: contract talks between #redsox and josh beckett are progressing, with optimism for deal high. story up on si.com soon.
SI_JonHeyman: contract talks between #redsox and josh beckett are progressing, with optimism for ...
twitter.com — SI_JonHeyman: contract talks between #redsox and josh beckett are progressing, with optimism for deal high. story up... on si.com soon. (more) SI_JonHeyman: contract talks between #redsox and josh ...
Handicapping the WGC-CA Championship
sports.yahoo.com — Hello Blue Monster , old friend. Nice to see a loaded field again. Time to load up... the fantasy roster for this week. A-List: To Phil or not to Phil, that is the question. Phil Mickelson erased a long-running history of mediocre Doral showings with last year's trophy hoist, but he hasn't knocked ... (more) Handicapping the WGC-CA Championship
M's send Feierabend to Triple-A Tacoma  ...
rotoworld.com — Mariners optioned LHP Ryan Feierabend to Triple-A Tacoma. (more) M's send Feierabend to Triple-A Tacoma  ...
Nelson Cruz has been scratched
startelegramsports.typepad.com — He has tight hamstrings. - Anthony Andro (more) Nelson Cruz has been scratched
Strasburg Given An Opportunity
novafantasysports.com — Update: After his debut on the mound on Tuesdays against the Detroit Tigers, Stephen Strasburg was given... just a little more of an opportunity by manager Jim Riggleman to make the Nationals Opening day roster."We'll make a decision about whether he's on the ballclub or not," said ... (more) Strasburg Given An Opportunity