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. … Hardy, and Prince Fielder all hit homeruns in the fourth inning of the Brewers' game against the Reds.
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. … Links from the AL Central, as Francisco Liriano and Justin Verlander share the American League player of the week award in recognition of their respective no-hitters...
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. … Are they for real? Are they going to fade? We debate; the Indians keep on winning.
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. … At the time, Skaggs was regarded as roughly the 80th best prospect in baseball.
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... … Five years ago today, Alfonso Soriano stole second base in the first inning against the Brewers, becoming the fourth member of the 40-40 club.
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. … On this date in 1993, the Phillies defeated the Braves in the NLCS and advanced to the World Series, which they lost in six games to the Blue Jays.
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. … On this date in 1997, Mike Kelly became the first Major Leaguer ever traded to the Devil Rays franchise.
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. … A few stray items to pass along as the night winds down ...
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…… Here are some of the highlights...
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. … Check out the podcast for analysis of B.J.
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. … Check out the podcast for discussion of the non-tender deadline, the David Wright extension and the Russell Martin signing.
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. … The second day of the Winter Meetings brought more high profile action than the first (which I recapped here yesterday morning in case you missed it), so let's dive in...
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. … Agent Scott Boras seemingly took shots at Boston's Shane Victorino and Mike Napoli signings in his explanation of closer Rafael Soriano's demands, telling reporters including Bill Shaikin of the L.A.
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. … The Mets will pay David Wright $3.1MM annually from 2021-2025 as part of the deferred payments from his new contract extension, reports Adam Rubin of ESPN New York.
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. … MLBTR’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the R.A.
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. … The Dodgers are still kicking the tires on Joel Hanrahan of the Pirates and free agent Brian Wilson as they look to deepen their bullpen, but they aren't in the mix for Rafael Soriano, according to Jim Bowden of ESPN.com (on Twitter).
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. … Here's the latest news and headlines out of the NL Central...
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. … Three of the game's biggest legends were born on this day: Nolan Ryan (celebrating his 66th birthday), "Mr.
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. … On this date in 1982, the Dodgers broke up the longest-playing infield foursome in baseball when they traded second baseman Davey Lopes to the A's for minor leaguer Lance Hudson.
Quick Hits: Hernandez, MacDougal, Headley
2013/02/quick-hits-hernandez-macdougal-headley.htmlLast night Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts and I discussed the Hernandez deal and the most improved teams in…… Links from around MLB on a day that many are still buzzing about Felix Hernandez’s seven-year, $175MM contract extension with the Mariners...
Quick Hits: Mariners, Indians, Red Sox, Zambrano
2013/02/quick-hits-2-10.htmlMLBTR's Ben Nicholson-Smith and Jason Martinez of MLB Depth Charts discussed the 2014 free agent class and busy weeks for the Mariners and Indians on the most recent edition of the Rosters & Rumblings podcast. … In an interview with WEEI's Dennis & Callahan this morning, Red Sox president/CEO Larry Lucchino discussed the team's philosophy regarding free agents and their approach to Josh Hamilton this winter, writes WEEI.com's Alex Speier.