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Rockies Rumblings: Barmes, Sullivan, Podsednik
While talking to reporters Saturday, Rockies General manager Dan O'Dowd tried to make it clear he has no plans to trade infielder Clint Barmes. His name recently surfaced in rumors with the Angels and Orioles.
However, according to the Denver Post, O'Dowd's reaction was decidedly less definitive regarding the possibility of dealing reserve outfielder Cory Sullivan. Why? It's likely due to the torrid spring of Scott Podsednik, who on Saturday made a "full tilt, horizontal to the ground, fully extended" diving catch (this according to manager Clint Hurdle) to rob Rangers' DH Jason Botts of an hit.
This spring Podsednik leads the Rockies in steals, swiping six in seven attempts. He's also getting on base at a .529 clip. Can Pods make a return to his 2005 form and make the Rockies? One would think he'd at least help fill the speed void left by the departure of Kaz Matsui.
Aaron Shinsano writes for East Windup Chronicle.
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Unless Pods has amazingly learned 2B, he's going to be utterly worthless for the Rocks.
Posted by: TheBaseballOpinion | March 16, 2008 at 08:29 PM
Don't see how Podsednik can fill any speed void since his presence in the lineup would come at the expense of Willy Tavares.
Posted by: WestCoastBias | March 16, 2008 at 08:43 PM
But he's got a .529 obp, so he must be a superstar.
Posted by: ArodSucksAtLife | March 16, 2008 at 10:29 PM
Good for Pods. If his hitting is near his rookie or 2005 years, he would be a good option as a 4th OF (Left or Center) for a NL team. He's a lefty who can pinch hit late in the game or pinch run and steal bases. At this point, his skills are best as situational.
Posted by: WhiteSoxFan | March 17, 2008 at 12:37 AM
Nix had 20+ stolen bases in less than 500 ABs in the minors, Marcus Giles has some speed not great and Baker would hit at least 25 HRS at 2B. so keeping Pods as a pinch runner and spot starter isn't a bad idea
Posted by: Pogue009 | March 17, 2008 at 09:52 AM