Rangers Notes: Front Office, Young, Davis
2011/03/rangers-notes-daniels-young-davis.htmlpodcast (and passed on by ESPNDallas)… The Rangers have the hot corner covered by Adrian Beltre and they have another (albeit unproven) lefty-swinging first baseman in…
Gammons On Prospects, A’s, Kalish, Iglesias
2011/03/gammons-on-prospects-as-kalish-iglesias.htmlPeter Gammons appeared on WEEI's Minor Details podcast to discuss the value of a deep minor league system, the difficulty…… It's hard to believe the A's would deal Anderson or Gonzalez for anything short of a totally absurd offer, be it from the Yankees or anyone.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Purke, Wood, Oswalt, Werth
2011/04/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-purke-wood-oswalt-werth.htmlMidwest Sports Fans launched a bi-weekly MLB trivia challenge podcast with some help from a special guest: Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports. … Last but not least, Lasorda's Lair wrote about Jackie Robinson, a baseball and American icon.
AL Central Notes: Danks, Indians, Draft
2011/05/al-central-notes-danks-indians.htmlUCLA right-hander Trevor Bauer will not get past the Indians, who select 8th overall in this June's draft, according to Keith Law on ESPN.com's Baseball Today podcast. … John Danks told MLB.com's Scott Merkin that he loves playing for the White Sox and hopes he doesn't face the "harsh reality" of being involved in a deadline deal.
Indians Notes: Bauer, Talbot, Kearns
2011/05/indians-notes-bauer-talbot.htmlOn his weekly podcast, Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer suggests that the Indians could pursue a right-handed hitter as a bench bat or semi-regular if they're looking add a player midseason. … Here's the latest on the Tribe, which enters tonight's action with an MLB-best 26 wins... The Indians, who select eighth overall in this year’s draft, figure to select a college arm and ‘would love’ UCLA right-hander Trevor Bauer, according to Jim Callis of Baseball America (on Twitter).
Quick Hits: Skaggs, Maholm, Red Sox, Lamb
2011/06/quick-hits-maholm-red-sox-lamb.htmlListen in as MLBTR’s Tim Dierkes joins Midwest Sports Fans on their MLB Trivia Challenge Podcast. … On this date last year, Armando Galarraga came within one out of a perfect game before a blown call prevented him from making history.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Italy, Wilson, Howard
2011/09/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-italy-wilson-howard.htmlHere's this week's batch of links, starting with a very interesting podcast... … Brotherly Glove wonders what kind of contract Ryan Howard would have received if he was able to become a free agent after the season.
NL East Notes: Nationals, Phillies, Ozzie
2011/10/nl-east-notes-nationals-phillies-ozzie.htmlComparison-wise, it’s him and I right now.” MLBTR's Tim Dierkes discussed a number of Phillies, including Cole Hamels, Ryan Madson, Jimmy Rollins and Hunter Pence, with Nick Mandarano on a recent podcast. … Justin Verlander sees strong similarities between himself and Stephen Strasburg, though Strasburg has shied away from the comparison in the past
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Marlins, Phillies, Fielder
2011/11/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-marlins-phillies-fielder.htmlRum Bunter posted a podcast interview with Pirates GM Neal Huntington. … Brotherly Glove examines some Phillies' pitching options.
Quick Hits: Francis, Cespedes, CBA
2012/01/quick-hits-francis-cespedes-cba.htmlMLBTR's Tim Dierkes appeared on Tuesday's BP Podcast with Kevin Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus. … In particular, the greater the number of teams that continue to shell out massive contracts, the more it encourages players on small-market clubs to refrain from signing extensions prior to free agency.
Latest At RotoAuthority.com
2012/03/latest-at-rotoauthoritycom-3.htmlLast week Steve Adams conducted an online chat at RotoAuthority and appeared on The Fantasy Fix podcast with Brett Talley. … Now is the time for fantasy baseball drafts, and perhaps our fantasy site RotoAuthority.com can you give a few sleeper ideas.
Heyman On Yankees, Garza, Upton, BoSox, Jays
2012/07/heyman-on-yankees-garza-upton-bosox-jays.htmlCBS Sports' Jon Heyman discussed how baseball reporting is evolving in the age of social media and a 24/7 news…… Heyman thinks Zack Greinke is a "longshot" to re-sign with the Brewers but the club will at least make him…
East Links: Pettitte, Yankees, Upton
2012/11/east-links-pettitte-yankees-upton.htmlRosters and Rumblings, a new podcast featuring MLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts, debuted today. … Check out the inaugural episode for discussion of Evan Longoria’s new deal, Jonathan Broxton’s contract talks with the Reds and B.J.
Quick Hits: Greinke, Brewers, Hanrahan, Hochevar
2012/11/quick-hits-greinke-span-fujikawa-royals.htmlThe second episode of Rosters and Rumblings, the new podcast featuring MLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts, was recorded today. … Upton’s deal with the Braves and the recent contracts for pitchers such as Scott Feldman, Ryan Madson and Andy Pettitte.
Quick Hits: Simmons, Upton, Braves, Reds, Astros
2012/12/nl-links-simmons-upton-braves-reds.htmlThe third episode of Rosters and Rumblings, the new podcast featuring MLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts, was recorded today. … Here's the latest from around the league...
Winter Meetings Review: Day 2
2012/12/winter-meetings-review-day-2-2.htmlBen Nicholson-Smith appeared on the Rosters and Rumblings podcast with Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts to discuss the signings of Dan Haren, Joakim Soria, Angel Pagan and Shane Victorino as well as Mariners rumors and the middle infield market. … On Day 1 we learned that Ryan Dempster is seeking a three-year contract, and on Day 2 it was revealed that he's seeking an annual payday of around $13MM.
Free Agent Notes: Rafael Soriano, Thome, Lannan
2012/12/free-agent-notes-1.htmlMLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed suitors for Zack Greinke and the developing infield market on the latest Rosters and Rumblings podcast. … The 28-year-old has drawn interest from the Mets, Twins, and Pirates, based on previous reports.
Quick Hits: Soriano, Astros, Dickey, Grilli
2012/12/quick-hits-soriano-astros-dickey-grilli.htmlOn the most recent edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast, MLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth…… Earlier today we learned that the Phillies have talked with the Cubs about a deal for Soriano.
Quick Hits: Wright, Red Sox, Dodgers, DeRosa
2012/12/quick-hits-yankees-upton-marcum.htmlOn today’s edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast, Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts and I discussed the Indians-Reds-Diamondbacks trade, the Yankees’ recent signings and the latest rumors. … Click here to listen in and continue reading for some notes from around MLB...
Quick Hits: Mets, Anibal, Brewers, Bourjos
2012/12/quick-hits-anibal-brewers-bourjos-nakajima.htmlDickey trade, the Josh Hamilton signing, the Anibal Sanchez deal and the latest rumors on todays’ edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast. … Some teams aren't convinced that Hiroyuki Nakajima's glove is good enough to play shortstop at the Major League level, tweets Buster Olney of ESPN.
Quick Hits: Saunders, Cubs, Soriano, Gonzalez
2012/12/quick-hits-saunders-jackson-mariners-fowler-1.htmlOn today’s edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast, MLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Mariners-Angels trade, the Cubs’ new-look rotation, and some recent trade rumors. … Here's more from around baseball..
Quick Hits: Wells, Kinsler, Phillies, Robertson
2013/01/quick-hits-wells-kinsler-phillies-robertson.htmlMLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Rangers, the Indians and offseason qualifying offers on the latest edition of the Rosters & Rumblings Podcast. … Here are some news items from around the baseball world...
NL Central Notes: Ryan Braun, Chris Carpenter, Chat
2013/01/nl-central-notes-ryan-braun-chris-carpenter-chat.html"If I'm healthy and I feel good at the end of the season and I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity to have a job, I'll sit down and talk to my wife and kids and see what they want to do." MLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Delmon Young signing, the latest rumors and potential surprise teams on this week’s edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast earlier this evening. … "I love it in Milwaukee.
Quick Hits: Diaz, Tatis, Rhodes, Dodgers
2013/01/quick-hits-diaz-tatis-rhodes-dodgers.htmlMLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the Braves, the Rays, Shaun Marcum and Alex Rodriguez on the latest edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast. … At least ten teams (including the Cardinals, Twins and Athletics) are known to be interested in Diaz, though Major League Baseball is is investigating whether Diaz is younger than his alleged age of 23 years old.
Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Johnson, Yankees, Indians
2013/02/baseball-blogs-weigh-in-21.htmlBaltimore Sports And Life discusses the value of the O's first round pick in this week's podcast. … Puckett's Pond talks Twins with a little help from Too Short.